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  • Newark, New Jersey 07102 United States View Map

Summary

Food Service Supervisor – Lead Meals with Heart and Purpose

Are you a people-first leader who loves great food and even better teamwork? Ready to bring energy, compassion, and structure to a kitchen that makes a difference every single day? Join us as a Food Service Supervisor in astructured, residential setting and help create a welcoming, dependable dining experience where every meal brings comfort, dignity, and care.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Helping lead daily kitchen operations—from food prep to serving—with quality, safety, and heart
  • Opening and closing the kitchen, staying on top of supplies, and reducing waste
  • Guiding and inspiring a team of food service professionals in a respectful, routine-based environment
  • Jumping in to support your team—90% of your day is hands-on and right in the action
  • Keeping everything clean, safe, and compliant—from kitchen spaces to checklists and audits
  • Creating a positive dining experience with consistent, nourishing meals that feel like home
  • Pitching in with food orders, government commodities, and day-to-day kitchen needs
  • Handling customer feedback with positivity and purpose
  • Celebrating seasonal menus, wellness promotions, and community initiatives

Why This Role Matters:

  • You're the steady hand and warm heart behind every successful meal service
  • You bring structure, reliability, and a sense of care to a place people count on
  • Your leadership lifts up your team, strengthens routines, and spreads joy through food
  • You help us create a kitchen environment that feels safe, welcoming, and full of purpose

We're Looking for Team Players Who:

  • Lead with kindness, confidence, and clarity
  • Are passionate about great food and uplifting others
  • Thrive in fast-paced, structured environments
  • Bring a "jump in and help" attitude to every shift
  • Are excited to grow, learn, and make a lasting impact

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

  • No late nights or major holidays – enjoy a steady schedule
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Training and growth opportunities to build your leadership journey
  • A team that celebrates effort, values your voice, and shares your passion for making a difference

Apply today and help us live our mission: Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.

$22.00 per hour

Required Qualifications and Competencies:

* High school graduate or equivalent.* Must be proficient in recipe procedure, cooking techniques.* Ability to speak and read English in order to understand and perform job assignments.* Extensive physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting up to 40lbs, bending, pushing, and pulling.* Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment.

  • Minimum of 1 year prior experience in food service supervisor role preferred.
  • Must be Serv Safe certified or willing to obtain certification within 90-days of entering position.
  • Must have a basic knowledge of food service sanitation and proper food handling skills.

This position requires the following pre-employment background checks and clearances:

  • Dept of Corrections and Bureau of Prisons
  • PPD Screen
  • Physical exam

Always present a positive and professional image.

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to assess the workflow of the kitchen and make adjustments as needed.
  • Ability to delegate tasks to associates and verify completion.
  • Ability to evaluate the performance of associates, identify areas of improvement, and provide guidance on corrective actions.
  • Must possess and display leadership and team management skills.
  • Must possess and display a positive attitude as well as the ability to motivate others.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment with deadlines.
  • Must possess strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
  • Must possess problem solving skills with the ability to make quick, appropriate decisions.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service regularly, displaying a friendly, courteous attitude.
  • Maintain a current knowledge of food service sanitation and proper food handling skills.
  • Display professional communication skills with client staff and Lintons' associates
  • Ability to use industrial equipment as well as standard kitchen utensils.
  • Ability to read and understand menus and recipes.
  • Ability to stand and walk on concrete and tile floors for up to 8 hours at a time.
  • Ability to safely lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to withstand a wide range of temperatures.
  • Proficient in the operation of a personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years prior experience in food service cooking required. Prior experience cooking in contract food service a plus.

Job Description

Food Service Supervisor – Lead Meals with Heart and Purpose

Are you a people-first leader who loves great food and even better teamwork? Ready to bring energy, compassion, and structure to a kitchen that makes a difference every single day? Join us as a Food Service Supervisor in astructured, residential setting and help create a welcoming, dependable dining experience where every meal brings comfort, dignity, and care.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Helping lead daily kitchen operations—from food prep to serving—with quality, safety, and heart
  • Opening and closing the kitchen, staying on top of supplies, and reducing waste
  • Guiding and inspiring a team of food service professionals in a respectful, routine-based environment
  • Jumping in to support your team—90% of your day is hands-on and right in the action
  • Keeping everything clean, safe, and compliant—from kitchen spaces to checklists and audits
  • Creating a positive dining experience with consistent, nourishing meals that feel like home
  • Pitching in with food orders, government commodities, and day-to-day kitchen needs
  • Handling customer feedback with positivity and purpose
  • Celebrating seasonal menus, wellness promotions, and community initiatives

Why This Role Matters:

  • You're the steady hand and warm heart behind every successful meal service
  • You bring structure, reliability, and a sense of care to a place people count on
  • Your leadership lifts up your team, strengthens routines, and spreads joy through food
  • You help us create a kitchen environment that feels safe, welcoming, and full of purpose

We're Looking for Team Players Who:

  • Lead with kindness, confidence, and clarity
  • Are passionate about great food and uplifting others
  • Thrive in fast-paced, structured environments
  • Bring a "jump in and help" attitude to every shift
  • Are excited to grow, learn, and make a lasting impact

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

  • No late nights or major holidays – enjoy a steady schedule
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Training and growth opportunities to build your leadership journey
  • A team that celebrates effort, values your voice, and shares your passion for making a difference

Apply today and help us live our mission: Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.

$22.00 per hour

Required Qualifications and Competencies:

* High school graduate or equivalent.* Must be proficient in recipe procedure, cooking techniques.* Ability to speak and read English in order to understand and perform job assignments.* Extensive physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting up to 40lbs, bending, pushing, and pulling.* Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment.

  • Minimum of 1 year prior experience in food service supervisor role preferred.
  • Must be Serv Safe certified or willing to obtain certification within 90-days of entering position.
  • Must have a basic knowledge of food service sanitation and proper food handling skills.

This position requires the following pre-employment background checks and clearances:

  • Dept of Corrections and Bureau of Prisons
  • PPD Screen
  • Physical exam

Always present a positive and professional image.

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to assess the workflow of the kitchen and make adjustments as needed.
  • Ability to delegate tasks to associates and verify completion.
  • Ability to evaluate the performance of associates, identify areas of improvement, and provide guidance on corrective actions.
  • Must possess and display leadership and team management skills.
  • Must possess and display a positive attitude as well as the ability to motivate others.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment with deadlines.
  • Must possess strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
  • Must possess problem solving skills with the ability to make quick, appropriate decisions.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service regularly, displaying a friendly, courteous attitude.
  • Maintain a current knowledge of food service sanitation and proper food handling skills.
  • Display professional communication skills with client staff and Lintons' associates
  • Ability to use industrial equipment as well as standard kitchen utensils.
  • Ability to read and understand menus and recipes.
  • Ability to stand and walk on concrete and tile floors for up to 8 hours at a time.
  • Ability to safely lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to withstand a wide range of temperatures.
  • Proficient in the operation of a personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years prior experience in food service cooking required. Prior experience cooking in contract food service a plus.
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