Kitchen Manager Jobs in Waterbury, 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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Executive Chef

  • Southbury, CT (11 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Southbury, CT (11 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 11 days ago

We're looking for a culinary leader who can provide our guests with fantastic dining experiences. We require a supervisor who is capable of overseeing the entire kitchen and ensuring food safety...

Chef Manager- Achievement First School Nutrition

  • New Haven, CT (18 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Haven, CT (18 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: The Chef/Manager is responsible for the overall operations for the kitchen area of the facility, including all cost and budget maintenance. Chef/Manager will hire staff, purchase product,...

Kitchen Manager

  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hartford, CT (20 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 1 day 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 (15 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Britain, CT (15 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 3 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...

Lead Cook/Sous Chef

  • Woodbridge, CT (14 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbridge, CT (14 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Menu Planning: Assist in planning weekly menus that cater to residents' dietary needs, preferences, and any special dietary restrictions or medical conditions....

Sous Chef

  • Trumbull, CT (22 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT (22 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a Sous Chef to provide resort-style food and hospitality while developing strong, positive, and lasting relationships with our residents...

Sous Chef

  • Washington, CT (13 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 22 days ago
  • Washington, CT (13 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 22 days ago

Sous Chef Mayflower Inn and Spa Join our team as Sous Chef and become one of the authors of our story. As part of the Auberge family, you will work under the guidance of the restaurant's Executive...

Kitchen Leader

  • Milford, CT (24 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 24 days ago
  • Milford, CT (24 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 24 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

  • Shelton, CT (17 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 27 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (17 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 27 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...

Sous Chef, PM - ESPN - Bristol, CT

  • Bristol, CT (10 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 27 days ago
  • Bristol, CT (10 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 27 days ago

Position Title: Sous Chef, PM - ESPN - Bristol, CT Salary: $55,000-$60,000/yr. What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn...

Sous Chef - Simsbury, CT

  • Simsbury, CT (24 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Simsbury, CT (24 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Salary: $57500 - $62500 / year Other Forms of Compensation: N/A Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300...

Executive Chef 3

  • Stratford, CT (22 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stratford, CT (22 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

quality are implemented; have the ability and willingness to develop and motivate team members to embrace culinary innovations; ensure food safety, sanitation and workplace safety standard compliance...

Executive Chef - CT

  • Middletown, CT (20 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Middletown, CT (20 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000 / year Work Schedule: Mon - Fri (Flex Scheduling) As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career...

Floating Chef Manager - (CT and Lower MA)

  • Middletown, CT (20 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Middletown, CT (20 miles from Waterbury, 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: Must have a working...

Kitchen Manager

  • Milford, CT (24 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milford, CT (24 miles from Waterbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Imagine your ideal job. Now add bowling, arcade games, amazing parties, and delicious food. Our Executive Chef's combine their natural culinary ability with exceptional management skills....

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Waterbury, CT

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Waterbury, CT 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 Waterbury, 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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