Copy of Kitchen Supervisor - Drift Santa Barbara

Drift Santa Barbara | Dusk + Dawn + Hotel Amenities | Full-Time | Non-Exempt

About the role

Drift Santa Barbara is looking for a Kitchen Supervisor to lead daily culinary execution across our F&B outlets, Dusk & Dawn. This role is for someone who loves being in the kitchen, takes pride in consistency, and knows how to run a kitchen. You’ll work closely with our F&B Manager and in coordination with our Executive Chef to ensure every plate reflects the Drift standard- thoughtful, intentional, and rooted in place. If you’re organized, creative, and ready to take ownership of kitchen operations, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Run Kitchen Operations: Execute opening and closing procedures; keep service organized, efficient, and on standard; coach and train team members on recipes, execution, and cleanliness
• Drive Culinary Quality: Ensure consistent food preparation and presentation; follow and enforce standardized recipes; monitor ingredient quality and freshness; accommodate special guest requests when appropriate
• Own Inventory & Organization: Manage ordering and inventory levels; conduct product counts and monitor waste; support food cost control initiatives; keep the kitchen clean, organized, and inspection-ready
• Collaborate & Support Programming: Work alongside the Executive Chef on menu updates; coordinate with the F&B Manager on daily execution; support special events and hotel programming as needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a lead or supervisory kitchen role
• Strong food safety and sanitation knowledge
• Experience managing inventory and maintaining organization
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, multi-outlet environment
• Food Handler Certification (required)
• A calm, accountable leadership style