Kitchen Manager Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

and proven effectiveness in a high-standards driven environment; a strong understanding of forecasting, food cost management, purchasing, inventory and labor management concepts; the ability to successfully...

Executive Sous Chef - Surfcomber - Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel

  • Miami Beach, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami Beach, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

quality and company standards....

Kitchen Leader

  • Davie, FL (3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Davie, FL (3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day 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 Executive Sous Chef Oceanic Pompano Beach

  • Hillsboro Beach, FL (9 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hillsboro Beach, FL (9 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

quality, safety, and presentation while driving cost efficiencies Manage kitchen cleanliness, organization, equipment maintenance, and health standards What We're Looking For: Previous experience as...

Kitchen Manager

  • North Miami, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Miami, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 days ago

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : As a Kitchen Manager at Pura Vida Miami, your role encompasses a broad spectrum of duties pivotal to the operational success of our brand....

Kitchen Manager Needed

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for a Kitchen Manager who is passionate about food quality, kitchen efficiency, and leading a strong team....

Kitchen Manager / Chef Italian

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 4 days ago

We are currently looking for a Kitchen Manager for an Italian Restaurant....

Culinary Supervisor - Boathouse

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 5 days ago

We are a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment screenings and background checks will be conducted for all viable candidates.* POSITION: Culinary Supervisor DEPARTMENT: CULINARY REPORTS TO: Executive...

Kitchen Lead

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 5 days ago

Promptly address issues related to food quality, ensuring solutions are implemented effectively....

Chef Manager

  • Miami Gardens, FL (17 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Miami Gardens, FL (17 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 5 days ago

What You'll Do be responsible for purchasing, menu compliance, inventory, food cost analysis and food production forecasting; ensure Sodexo Culinary standards including recipe compliance and food quality...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Surfside, FL (15 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Surfside, FL (15 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors What you bring College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience is...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Pompano Beach, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Oceanic Pompano - Pompano Beach, FL Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $70000.00 - $80000.00 Salary/year Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Any Description...

Chef Manager- St. Stephens Episcopal Day School - Miami, FL

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Manage all culinary operations for the schools inclusive lunch program, including menu development, preparation, and service, Monday through Friday....

Chef Manager - KLA Academy - Miami, FL

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Expertise in menu development, cost controls, and sourcing local food products. Strong knowledge of food trends, catering, food safety, and presentation....

Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 8 days ago

The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager reports to directly to the restaurant Operating Partner or General Manager....

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Fort Lauderdale, FL 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
13.1%
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 Fort Lauderdale, FL
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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