Kitchen Manager Jobs in Carmel, IN

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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Back of House Supervisor

  • Fishers, IN (17 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 24 days ago
  • Fishers, IN (17 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 24 days ago

Job Summary As a GetGo Kitchen Lead, you will exceed customer and Team Member needs and expectations by providing safe, efficient, accurate and pleasant food service. You will also provide...

Restaurant Manager Kitchen Manager

  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Restaurant Manager Kitchen Manager Full Service - Casual Theme Join Our Team as a Restaurant Manager or Kitchen Manager in Indianapolis, IN and Elevate Your Career with Us!...

Salary Sous Chef

  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 6 days ago

management experience....

Culinary Director

  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Maintains compliance standards for meal service and food quality. Works with client in maintaining safe work environment in facility....

Kitchen Lead

  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary As a GetGo Kitchen Lead, you will exceed customer and Team Member needs and expectations by providing safe, efficient, accurate and pleasant food service. You will also provide...

Culinary Supervisor

  • Carmel, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Carmel, IN
  • 8 days ago

You'll serve as the Kitchen Manager on Duty in the absence of the Assistant Kitchen Manager, fill cooking positions as needed, and lead expediting during high levels of business....

Culinary Manager

  • Beech Grove, IN (18 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Beech Grove, IN (18 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Beech Grove Meadows is now hiring a Culinary Manager Bring your heart to work! Caring people make the difference at American Senior Communities! What will you be doing and how will you make a...

Executive Chef Partner

  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 9 days ago

EXECUTIVE CHEF PARTNER BRAND: THE CAPITAL GRILLE ADDRESS: 40 W. WASHINGTON STREET INDIANAPOLIS, IN ZIP CODE: 46204-3402 REQ. NUMBER: 16227 POSTED DATE: 3/1/2025 The Executive Chef Partner is...

Executive Chef Partner

  • Indianapolis, IN (13 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (13 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 10 days ago

The Executive Chef Partner is responsible for leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great-tasting food; proper food safety and sanitation procedures, and...

Kitchen Leader

  • Lebanon, IN (15 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lebanon, IN (15 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 13 days ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 02/26/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250210 StoreID 05223...

Culinary Supervisor - Ruoff Music Center

  • Noblesville, IN (13 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Noblesville, IN (13 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 14 days ago

The Role The Culinary Supervisor position will report to the Concessions Chef and will be responsible to coordinate the day to day operations of the Concessions kitchens. Company Overview: Legends...

Executive Chef

  • Noblesville, IN (13 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Noblesville, IN (13 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 14 days ago

development, food costing, and inventory management Proven ability to lead, train, and develop a diverse culinary team Curious about Life at Levy?...

Kitchen Manager

  • Whitestown, IN (9 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Whitestown, IN (9 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 14 days ago

We’re looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to help launch and lead the back-of-house operations for an exciting new restaurant opening in Whitestown, Indiana!...

Sous Chef

  • Noblesville, IN (13 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Noblesville, IN (13 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 15 days ago

Assists with menu planning for daily specials and management of supplies. Ensures that food is top quality, and that kitchen is in good working condition....

Executive Sous Chef

  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (14 miles from Carmel, IN)
  • 15 days ago

What you’ll do: Must have 3+ years high-volume restaurant management experience Demonstrate an understanding of business operations and financials Manage shifts which include daily decision making,...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Carmel, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Carmel, IN 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 Carmel, IN
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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