Kitchen Manager Jobs in West Palm Beach, 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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Executive Chef 3

  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Strong understanding of forecasting, food cost management, purchasing, inventory and labor management concepts Who We Are: At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build...

Assistant Culinary Manager

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

An ideal candidate should be a leader with a coaching attitude who enjoys helping the restaurant management team and team members run efficient back-of-house operations....

Executive Chef

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Extensive knowledge of menu development, insight into marketing, cost and wage control. Thorough knowledge of food products, standard recipes and proper preparation....

Sous Chef

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago

Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene. Ensure that kitchen equipment is properly maintained and sanitized....

Sous Chef

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Description Do you have a true love for food and the creativity that goes into making a perfect dish? Then you'll love a career at Maggiano's in our scratch based kitchen! No other restaurant can...

Sous Chef

  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Have the ability to work effectively in a team environment and maintain food quality and restaurant standards....

Sous Chef

  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Ability to effectively communicate to multiple audiences and develop strong relationships with customers Strong understanding of forecasting, food cost management, purchasing, inventory and labor management...

Sous Chef

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Development Budget Management Inventory Management Conflict Resolution Safety Awareness Read more...

Executive Sous Chef

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 12 days ago

Executive Sous Chef| Palm Beach County Convention Center Location US-FL-West Palm Beach Job ID 2025-21639 Location Name Palm Beach County Convention Center Category Culinary / Kitchen Management...

Kitchen Manager

  • Boynton Beach, FL (13 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Boynton Beach, FL (13 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Your specific duties as a Restaurant Kitchen Manager will include: Directing and checking the progress of the prep staff and checking for food quality and consistency Assisting...

Sous Chef

  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Please click here to review our Applicant Privacy Policy. LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE Tommy Bahama is more than just an island inspired brand, its a lifestyle! Live the Island Life as an ambassador of...

Jr. Sous Chef - The Ben Hotel, Autograph Collection

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 14 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Kitchen Operations: Assist in coordinating daily kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, ensuring standards are met. Supervision & Training:...

Jr. Sous Chef

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 14 days ago

The Ben, Autograph Collection 251 North Narcissus Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401 208 Room Hotel Managed By Concord Hospitality Enterprises Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet...

Executive Sous Chef Palm Beach County Convention Center

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 16 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 16 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Sous Chef- Novecento Delray

  • Delray Beach, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 16 days ago

quality, cleanliness and sanitation....

Demographic Data for West Palm Beach, FL

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in West Palm Beach, FL 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 West Palm Beach, 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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