Kitchen Manager Jobs in Apache Junction, AZ

A Kitchen Manager in the hospitality industry plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen. They are responsible for overseeing daily back of house restaurant operations, which includes managing the kitchen staff, ensuring food safety and quality, developing menus, coordinating food orders, and maintaining kitchen equipment. They also ensure that the kitchen operations meet the establishment's standards and comply with health and safety regulations. The Kitchen Manager also liaises with front of house staff to ensure seamless service delivery and guest satisfaction.

Before becoming a Kitchen Manager, one could have worked in roles such as Line Cook, Sous Chef or even as a Chef De Partie. It's necessary for a Kitchen Manager to have excellent leadership and management skills, the ability to work under pressure, and good knowledge of food preparation and safety. They should also have a firm grasp of budgeting, inventory management, and scheduling. Certifications in food handling and safety, such as the ServSafe certification, are typically required. A degree in culinary arts, hospitality or a related field would be beneficial. Also, many years of culinary and management experience are usually required.

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Kitchen Manager Restaurant

  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 14 hours ago

In this role as Kitchen Manager, you are responsible for food production and operating the Back-of-the-House using Golden Corral products, recipes, procedures and company systems to ensure that the...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Trilogy at Verde River: Verde River Golf & Social Club The centerpiece of the community sits adjacent to Tonto National Forest with sweeping views of the Mazatzal Mountains and the iconic Four...

Kitchen Leader

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

**WHAT YOU'LL DO** + In addition to following Chipotle's policies and procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to: + Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to...

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 9 days ago

Our Kitchen Manager fosters a culture that continuously strives for improvement and embraces a better for being here mentality....

Kitchen Coordinator

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 11 days ago

quality standards Communicate cordially, effectively and clearly with co-workers Perform varied duties to ensure proper back of house operation according to standing operating procedure Requirements...

Chef Manager

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 21 days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Partners with the client to deliver quality on site catered events, as demanded by the...

Kitchen Manager

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 22 days ago

Compensation Range $55,000 - $70,000 / Year Compensation may include base salary and geographic differential. This position is bonus eligible. Job Description You are a seasoned restaurant leader,...

Chef Manager

  • Tempe, AZ (22 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (22 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 23 days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Partners with the client to deliver quality on site catered events, as demanded by the...

173 - AJ's Fine Foods Executive Chef - Pima & Legacy Blvd

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago

planning, facilitating the production of catering menus that ensure profitability and company standards of food quality; Ownership over food safety and sanitation in the Bistro Educate guests and team...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 90+ days ago

Elevatethe culinary experience by focusing on food quality and upholding presentation standards. Managefinancial cost controls and culinary operations....

Executive Sous Chef

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago

Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met Provides direction for menu development. Monitors the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met....

Sous Chef

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago

Performs all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary. Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor. Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations....

Kitchen Manager

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago

Company DescriptionHillstone Restaurant Group is a privately-held collection of upscale restaurants with 45+ locations in major cities across the country. Some of our more well-known operations...

Kitchen Supervisor Glenrosa

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago

Menu Mastermind: Contribute to menu development and recipe creation, bringing your culinary creativity to the table....

Kitchen Manager

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago

Role Description: We are looking for a passionate Kitchen Manager who strives to deliver unforgettable meals to every guest that walks in our restaurant!...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Apache Junction, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Apache Junction, AZ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.6%
High School or GED
24.4%
Associate's Degree
21.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
6.3%
Some College
3.2%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Managers in Apache Junction, AZ
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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