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How to hire a cook house supervisor

Cook house supervisor hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring cook house supervisors in the United States:

  • In the United States, the median cost per hire a cook house supervisor is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new cook house supervisor to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a cook house supervisor, step by step

To hire a cook house supervisor, you should create an ideal candidate profile, determine a budget, and post and promote your job. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a cook house supervisor:

Here's a step-by-step cook house supervisor hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a cook house supervisor job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new cook house supervisor
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist
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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    First, determine the employments status of the cook house supervisor you need to hire. Certain cook house supervisor roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    Hiring the perfect cook house supervisor also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

    This list presents cook house supervisor salaries for various positions.

    Type of Cook House SupervisorDescriptionHourly rate
    Cook House SupervisorCooks prepare, season, and cook a wide range of foods, which may include soups, salads, entrees, and desserts.$12-19
    Short Order CookA short-order cook takes responsibility for preparing foods in cafes and restaurants. Usually, they fry eggs, cook fries, and prepare sandwiches... Show more$11-18
    Lead Line CookTypically, lead line cooks work under the supervision of a chef or head cook in a kitchen. Leadline cooks oversee the food preparation process from start to end... Show more$12-21
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Kitchen Equipment
    • Customer Service
    • POS
    Responsibilities:
    • Develop ability to manage multiple stations simultaneously while maintaining high levels of culinary excellence.
    • Leverage teamwork to fully utilize kitchen staff to generate remarkable food and service to ensure customer satisfaction.
    • Set up buffets for meeting/events.
    • Help prep up line, plate-ups, buffets, attend action stations from omeletes to carving.
    • Maintain and follow proper hygiene and sanitation standards.
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your cook house supervisor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A cook house supervisor can vary based on:

    • Location. For example, cook house supervisors' average salary in mississippi is 46% less than in hawaii.
    • Seniority. Entry-level cook house supervisors 39% less than senior-level cook house supervisors.
    • Certifications. A cook house supervisor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
    • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a cook house supervisor's salary.

    Average cook house supervisor salary

    $15.61hourly

    $32,471 yearly

    Entry-level cook house supervisor salary
    $25,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 24, 2025
  4. Writing a cook house supervisor job description

    A good cook house supervisor job description should include a few things:

    • Summary of the role
    • List of responsibilities
    • Required skills and experience

    Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a cook house supervisor job description:

    Cook house supervisor job description example

    ABOUT PATH
    Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing.

    JR 2364
    Cook -
    Los Angeles, CA 90038
    Salary: Starting at $24.04/hr
    Full Time
    Non-Exempt
    Driving Required

    PATH is seeking candidates ready to make a positive impact in the lives of others to join our Interim Housing team as a Cook. This position is for our location at our YWCA Interim Housing site.

    ABOUT OUR CULINARY SERVICES
    Our Culinary Services Team is a critical to the success of our interim housing sites. By providing three meals and snacks and refreshments throughout the day, the kitchen and its staff are a key component to creating a welcoming, home-like environment for our guests as they work to obtain and sustain permanent housing.

    WHAT IS A COOK?
    Cooks play an integral role in creating a welcoming environment for PATH's interim housing guests by preparing and serving nutritious meals for our guests. Responsibilities of the cook include:

    • Cooking large quantities of food utilizing staggered cooking, heating, and baking
    • Preparing food and beverages according to standardized recipes, production sheets and menus
    • Organizing duties so that meals are ready at appropriate times and at appropriate temperatures
    • Setting up and serving on the tray line
    • Assisting volunteers by providing support to ensure they have a valuable experience
    • Maintaining equipment and facility operation and sanitation
    • Assisting as needed with picking up and dropping off food donations and meals utilizing the PATH company vehicle


    WHAT YOU BRING
    We're looking for candidates that:

    • Have or are able to obtain a Food Handling Certificate
    • Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPAA Standards
    • Possess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals with urgent and multiple case management and health needs
    • Work just as well independently as they do on a team
    • Exercise mature judgement, and are highly motivated, self-starting and proactive
    • Have a strong sense of prioritization and can coordinate multiple demands in a high-pressure environment

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    To be considered for this position, we require all candidates:

    • Hold or be able to obtain a Food Handling Certificate

    MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
    Regardless of qualifications, the Cook must:

    • Be able and willing to work flexible hours which may include evenings or weekends
    • Have employment eligibility verification
    • Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
    • Provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
      • Tuberculosis Test
      • Background Screening
      • Drug Test

    DRIVING
    Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must:

    • Have reliable transportation
    • A valid driver's license
    • Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
    • The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage

    COVID-19 VACCINATION
    Effective 11/01/2021 PATH will require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. All prospective hires will be expected to provide proof of full vaccination as part of the pre-employment credentialing process.

    FLEXIBLE WORK
    PATH is a California employer. Therefore, all regular and customary work must be performed within the state. Approval for work outside of the office, does not establish approval for work to be conducted outside of California.

    WHAT WE OFFER
    In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.

    READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE THROUGH ACTION?
    If this position sounds like a fit, please submit your application today. A resume is required.

    PATH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PATH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

    PATH will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

    PATH is dedicated to racial and social justice by centering equity in our service delivery and maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment for the communities we serve. We seek awareness and insight from witnessing the stories of our clients and learning from the experiences of our staff to ensure impactful systems change. If people are empowered, they can bring their authentic, whole selves to work and when people feel like they belong, they can become part of a unified effort of ending homelessness for all.

  5. Post your job

    There are various strategies that you can use to find the right cook house supervisor for your business:

    • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
    • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
    • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
    • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your cook house supervisor job on Zippia to find and recruit cook house supervisor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    Your first interview with cook house supervisor candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new cook house supervisor

    Once you've selected the best cook house supervisor candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

    It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

    After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new cook house supervisor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a cook house supervisor?

Hiring a cook house supervisor comes with both the one-time cost per hire and ongoing costs. The cost of recruiting cook house supervisors involves promoting the job and spending time conducting interviews. Ongoing costs include employee salary, training, benefits, insurance, and equipment. It is essential to consider the cost of cook house supervisor recruiting as well the ongoing costs of maintaining the new employee.

You can expect to pay around $32,471 per year for a cook house supervisor, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for cook house supervisors in the US typically range between $12 and $19 an hour.

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