Kitchen Manager Jobs in South Windsor, CT

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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Michaels Cafe Chef/Manager

  • Longmeadow, MA (14 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Longmeadow, MA (14 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Michael\'s Cafe Chef/Manager JGS Lifecare, located in the quaint town ofLongmeadow, MA, has been the proud caretaker of the elderly within thelocal community for over 100 years! Founded on the...

Chef Manager

  • Manchester, CT (5 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 17 days ago
  • Manchester, CT (5 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 17 days ago

Chef Manager Job Type: Permanent Job Sector: Unspecified Region: North West Location: Manchester Salary Description: Competitive Posted: 27/03/2025 Recruiter: Compass Group Job Ref:...

Kitchen Manager

  • Cromwell, CT (16 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 24 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT (16 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 24 days ago

Texas Roadhouse is looking for a legendary Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations and be responsible for purchasing, receiving, preparing, and presenting all food products in a timely...

Kitchen Leader

  • Southington, CT (22 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 28 days ago
  • Southington, CT (22 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 28 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 order, and...

Chef Manager- Danbury, CT

  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 30+ 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: At least 3 years of...

Kitchen Manager

  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 30+ 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,...

Executive Chef - New Britain School Nutrition

  • New Britain, CT (16 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Britain, CT (16 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

This position is responsible for managing, monitoring, and mentoring new chef managers and kitchen managers throughout the district and working directly with the Resident District Manager and General...

Sous Chef- Travelers - Hartford, CT

  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Youll assist with food preparation, menu development, and the execution of daily dishes, while also managing and leading a team of culinary professionals....

Sous Chef MDT (Hartford CT. Location)

  • Springfield, MA (18 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Springfield, MA (18 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

Sous Chef MDT / Hartford CT. Location Experience Cook Within a Restaurant 2 years (required) Job Type: Full- Time Pay: \$22.00 - \$24.00 per hour Shift: 10 hour shift - Day Shift / Night Shift...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Bloomfield, CT (8 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT (8 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Tumble Brook is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Kitchen Supervisor. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing...

Kitchen Lead

  • Glastonbury, CT (9 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Glastonbury, CT (9 miles from South Windsor, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

and sanitized throughout and at the end of shifts Maintain open and professional communications with the in-house property managers Endure the highest level of menu adherence and highest level of food...

Demographic Data for South Windsor, CT

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in South Windsor, CT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in South Windsor, CT 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 South Windsor, CT
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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