Food Supervisor Jobs in Illinois
Food Supervisor jobs in Illinois concentrate in food manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare foodservice, and institutional dining, with demand at every level from shift lead to multi-unit operations supervisor. Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria are the largest hiring markets, anchored by established employers like Aramark, Compass Group, and Sysco. The most consistent openings are in hospital and university foodservice management, quick-service and casual dining oversight, and food production supervision at manufacturing facilities across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Note: This is a direct hire position for Aramark, a global leader in food, facilities, and hospitality services, at the Allstate Arena.
Job Description
Time to step up your career! This is your moment to shine and lead the way for others too. We’re hiring full-time Food Service Supervisors to join our passionate Food Services Team. Alongside a manager who will help coordinate and lead operations, you’ll help oversee staff, collaborate with teammates, and help where needed. We can’t wait to see your growth, all while igniting your passion and pursuing what matters to you.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $20.00 to $20.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Responsibilities
- Produce and maintain work schedules and may prepare production packets (Production sheets and recipes).
- Direct daily activities.
- Maintains food production that ensures the safety and quality of food according to policies, procedures, and department requirements.
- Ensure that food items are stored in a safe, organized, and hazard-free environment.
- Maintain all serving schedules; ensure that all food items are served per menu specifications in a safe and appropriate manner following Aramark policies and procedures.
- Maintain a sanitary department following health and safety codes and regulations.
- Maintain accurate inventory on a weekly basis.
- May prepare orders as needed to ensure accurate production for location.
- Supervise and evaluate employees; counsel; promote employee growth, efficiency, morale, and teamwork.
- Maintain a safe and hazard-free working environment.
- Train/mentor other food service workers.
- Maintain logs on all maintenance required on equipment within the department.
- Ensure all food safety/temperature logs are completed with appropriate corrective action, as necessary.
- Perform preventative maintenance checklist.
- Recommend replacement of existing equipment to meet needs of facility.
- Proficiency in multi-tasking.
- Perform other duties as requested by the Food Service Director or Manager whenever his/her skill and/or experience would be vital to initiate, coordinate, or complete any given program.
- Must fill in for absent employees at location, as necessary.
- Maintain knowledge of daily catering events and confirm they are prepared and delivered on time.
- Be able to work occasional night and weekend catered events.
- Attend food service meetings with staff.
- Maintain communication with staff (including office staff, e-mail, phone calls, inter-office mail, etc).
- May perform cashier duties as the need arises.
- Promote good public relations.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Must read, write, and understand verbal instructions
- Must complete a sanitation course either before or during first year
- Must be knowledgeable in operating an efficient cost-effective program.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic
- Maintain emotional control under stress
- Ability to resolve interpersonal situations
- Strong organizational skills
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Experience:
- Food service: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Rosemont, IL 60018 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food supervisor jobs across Illinois.
- ServSafe Food Manager Certification or Illinois Department of Public Health equivalent required
- Two or more years of supervisory experience in a commercial kitchen or food production setting
- Demonstrated ability to manage food safety compliance with Illinois Department of Public Health standards
- Experience scheduling, training, and evaluating a team of 10 or more hourly food service staff
- Familiarity with inventory control, ordering, and cost management within a food service operation
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems, scheduling software, or food management platforms
Food Supervisor Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a food supervisor in Illinois?
Most Illinois food supervisor roles require a ServSafe Food Manager Certification, which is recognized by the Illinois Department of Public Health and accepted by counties throughout the state. Employers typically want a high school diploma or equivalent plus hands-on experience in food service, though an associate degree in culinary arts or hospitality management strengthens your candidacy. Large institutional employers, such as hospital systems and university dining programs, often promote from within, so starting as a cook or line worker is a proven path into supervision.
Which companies hire food supervisors in Illinois?
Illinois food supervisor roles are posted by Aramark, Trinity Services Group, and Sodexo and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's large healthcare networks, university systems, and food manufacturing sector mean hiring is ongoing and distributed across both the Chicago metro area and downstate cities.
Which Illinois cities have the most food supervisor jobs?
Chicago, Rosemont, and Elgin have the most food supervisor openings in Illinois right now. Chicago dominates by sheer volume, driven by its concentration of hospitals, hotels, convention venues, and food processing facilities, while Rockford and Peoria support steady demand through regional hospital systems, manufacturing plants, and institutional dining programs that sustain supervisory openings year-round.
Are there remote food supervisor jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Food supervision is an inherently hands-on role that requires direct oversight of staff, kitchen operations, and compliance on site. About 0% of food supervisor openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those openings tend to be in district-level or regional management positions where administrative and scheduling duties can be handled offsite between site visits.
How can I get hired as a food supervisor in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a cook, prep, or food service associate role with a large Illinois employer and working toward an internal promotion. Hospital systems such as Northwestern Medicine and University of Illinois Health, as well as university dining programs at schools like the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, regularly promote frontline workers into lead and supervisory positions. Earning your ServSafe Food Manager Certification before you apply signals readiness for supervisory responsibility and gives you a concrete edge even without a formal title on your resume.
Where can I find and apply to food supervisor jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to food supervisor jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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