Kitchen Manager Jobs in Chula Vista, CA

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 Supervisor

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Kitchen Supervisors to join our team at Petco Park in San Diego, California. If you are an experienced Cook that enjoys working in...

Kitchen Manager

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range $69,000 - $72,500 / Year Compensation may include base salary and geographic differential. This position is bonus eligible. Job Description You are a seasoned restaurant leader,...

Chef Manager

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 2 days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Possesses a passion for sustainability Preferred Qualifications: Must have a working...

Kitchen Leader

  • Del Mar, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Del Mar, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 2 days ago

WHAT YOULL DO In addition to following Chipotles policies and procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, and...

Kitchen Manager

  • Poway, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Poway, CA (24 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 3 days ago

ESSENTIAL KITCHEN FUNCTIONS Validate entire crews adherence to recipes to ensure consistent food quality and presentation....

Executive Chef

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Elevatethe culinary experience by focusing on food quality and upholding presentation standards. Createedgy and innovativenew menu items based on current food trends and club events....

Kitchen Supervisor, Petco Park

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Kitchen Supervisors to join our team at Petco Park in San Diego, California. If you...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 9 days ago

San Diego Marriott Mission Valley 8757 Rio San Diego Drive San Diego, CA 92108 353 Room Hotel Managed By Driftwood Hospitality Management Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet...

PM Kitchen Supervisor

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 9 days ago

PM Kitchen Supervisor Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 7,674 current hospitality jobs what where PM Kitchen Supervisor...

Sous Chef

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Essential Functions • Enforce company policies, department procedures, and culinary guidelines, including time management, presentation, portion control, and food quality. • Oversee and work alongside...

Executive Chef

  • La Mesa, CA (9 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • La Mesa, CA (9 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Full P&L responsibility with knowledge of financial reporting, food ordering, inventory, employee scheduling, menu development, point-of-sale systems and marketing is needed....

Executive Sous Chef - Laidback Luxury

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 11 days ago

quality, and food presentation....

Executive Chef 3

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 13 days ago

cost management, purchasing, inventory and labor management concepts; proficient computer skills as well as exceptional organizational and customer services skills; Servsafe certified as well as working...

Executive Chef

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Runs high volume service periods from the floor or expo to ensure food quality, service, touching tables and presentation is up to TFK standards....

Executive Sous Chef

  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (7 miles from Chula Vista, CA)
  • 14 days ago

development and costing Food quality control Food Safety and Sanitation leadership and supervision Menu Development Scheduling and Payroll Management Sanitation and Cleanliness Standards High Quality...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Chula Vista, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Chula Vista, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
High School or GED
24.4%
Associate's Degree
21.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.1%
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 Chula Vista, CA
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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