Kitchen Manager Jobs in Sacramento, 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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Sous Chef

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Do you have a passion for helping people and want to make a true impact in your next career move A Sous Chef at Sagora Senior Living is a creative and detail oriented individual who works closely...

Kitchen Manager

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Responsibilities Supervise and lead kitchen staff, including cooks, prep chefs, and dishwashers. Ensure the kitchen operates smoothly, meeting food safety and quality standards. Oversee food...

Kitchen Manager Full-Service Restaurant $80K +

  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Control food costs and maintain budgetary goals through effective menu planning and portion management....

Sous Chef

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 18 days ago

Ensure menu plans are followed at all times. As requested, assist in developing methods for determining the quality and quantity of food served....

Sous Chef

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 20 days ago

Works closely with the Executive Chef to plan and direct food preparation in kitchens. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their...

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • North Highlands, CA (8 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • North Highlands, CA (8 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 21 days ago

As a member of the restaurant operations management team, you are also responsible for the restaurant's overall operations, including food quality, production, safety, and labor in absence of the General...

Chef Manager

  • Gold River, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Gold River, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 21 days ago

As Chef Manager, youll be at the heart of this experienceleading kitchen operations, crafting innovative menus, and ensuring top-tier food quality....

Kitchen Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 26 days ago

Lucrative compensation package Growing company with 200+ restaurants and several new restaurant openings yearly across the country Career advancement and leadership conferences and development programs...

Restaurant Chef / Executive Kitchen Manager

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Urban Plates is looking to connect with experienced Chefs / Executive Kitchen Managers for our upcoming new restaurant opening in Davis, CA, in late summer 2025....

Sous Chef

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Text "Prime" to 30437 to apply now! By texting Prime to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Fleming's Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Executive Chef

  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Duties and Responsibilities: Establish and maintain an F&B Manual, which reflects service standards, food quality production, portion, cost control, while conforming to State Health Department Codes...

Executive Chef

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Executive Chef Job Description Executive Chef Key Purpose The Executive Chef is responsible for all back of the house elements and supports all Cafes on campus at the ISS/GEI operated facility to...

Kitchen Leader

  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ 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...

Executive Chef

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Including evenings, holidays, and weekends Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment Formal business education or a restaurant management degree a plus Demonstrate exceptional...

Culinary Manager - Chevys

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

quality and overall condition of the kitchen area....

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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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