Culinary Supervisor

About Our Company

We are experts in lifestyle, boutique hotels and restaurants. We elevate our food and beverage to match the quality and sensorial experience of our hotels. We create memories, bring dreams to life, and deliver unmatched perfection around every corner. From the moment of arrival, guests are met with personalized and thoughtful service. This is where you can be yourself and truly succeed.

Le Meriden St. Louis – Clayton is where the creative‑minded, the culture seekers, and those who live to savor the moment unlock the destination of St. Louis. This Clayton hotel is more than a typical hotel stay; it is an experience. Located in the epicenter of the chic Clayton business district, minutes from Forest Park, downtown Saint Louis, and WashU, this luxurious hotel celebrates art through an effortless blend of simplicity and comfort with style and detail.

Immerse yourself in the culture and events during our year‑round rooftop activations or take yourself on an exquisite culinary journey at our on‑site French‑inspired restaurant, Café La Vie. Our guests appreciate our thoughtfully designed guest rooms with views of the local area and our world‑class amenities, including our state‑of‑the‑art fitness center featuring Peloton. There is no better place to gather than in our over 17,000 square feet of stylish event space.

Join us in this genuine journey while you are in St. Louis – Clayton.

• That people come first and that our curators are the driving force behind our success.
• That great food is at the heart of hospitality.
• That, you inspire to exceed the expectations of every guest that dines with us.
• It’s empowering to exercise creativity and collaboration.
• In a dining experience that encompasses all 5 senses.
• In joining an organization that cares about and supports your career growth and development.

• Have a passion for seeking perfection in every dish that leaves the kitchen.
• Possess the ability to ignite a spirit to serve in all those who work with you.
• Leverage the support of other departments in a positive and collaborative way.
• Thrive when being creative.
• Love Food! You have to love food.

As the Kitchen Supervisor, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive Chef with ensuring the efficient operation of the culinary aspect of the restaurant, banquets, and activations with a focus on delivering unmatched moments for our guests.

• Running daily service, organizing prep work, managing workflow, coordinating with front‑of‑house curators, and maintaining equipment.
• Supervising, and conflict resolution for cooks and dishwashers.
• Maintain knowledge of and ensure curator compliance of all hotel standards and policies.
• Maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment and ensuring sanitation standards are met.
• Ensure an appropriate inventory of supplies needed for curators to effectively do their job.
• Ensuing food quality standards are being met by monitoring food preparation, ensuring recipe adherence, and presentation continuity.
• Addressing food‑related complaints and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Maintaining food cost by managing inventory, monitoring portion size and minimizing waste.
• Assisting with menu planning, recipe testing, and standardizing new dishes.
• Fostering a productive environment and coordinating with other departments.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available for work on a regular basis.
• Perform any job‑related duties as assigned.

• Basic reading, writing, mathematical, and computer skills.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• At least 2 years high‑volume cooking experience.
• Food safety knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills involved in culinary training.
• Knowledge of the Back of House operations.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lb frequently.