Kitchen Manager Jobs in Kansas

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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Culinary Director (Full Time)

  • Olathe, KS
  • 14 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 14 hours ago

#INDHP Keywords: chef, sous chef, kitchen manager, chef manager, cook, restaurant, food service, chef's assistant, culinary, food manager, dietary cook...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 21 hours ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 21 hours ago

quality and presentation Ensure that all equipment is in good working order Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment Assist in menu planning and development General Promotes and applies teamwork...

Kitchen Manager

  • Brookville, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookville, KS
  • 1 day ago

Promote customer service by investigating and resolving food quality and service complaints....

Food Service: Kitchen Manager 7 hrs. 7:00 am--2:00 pm

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Food Services/ Kitchen Manager - Elementary Date Posted: 3/7/2025 Location: Belinder Elementary Date Available: Immediately    Additional Information: Show/Hide Starting Salary...

Kitchen Coordinator

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago

quality standards Communicate cordially, effectively and clearly with co-workers Perform varied duties to ensure proper back of house operation according to standing operating procedure Requirements...

Executive Chef

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago

Basic Qualifications & Skills High School degree or equivalent 5+ years experience in restaurant kitchen(s) 1+ years experience in restaurant supervisory/leadership role responsible for financials, menu...

Food Service: Kitchen Manager 8hrs. 6:00 am--2:00 pm 2025/26

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Food Services/ Kitchen Manager High School Date Posted: 3/5/2025 Location: Northwest High School Date Available: 8/05/25    Additional Information: Show/Hide STARTING SALARY $21.93...

Chef Manager, Olathe, KS

  • Olathe, KS
  • 9 days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 9 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

  • Topeka, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 14 days ago

The Kitchen Manager assures meals are prepared according to menus and in accordance with Federal and State regulations....

Kitchen Leader

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 14 days ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 02/23/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250210 StoreID 04036...

Kitchen Manager

  • Olathe, KS
  • 17 days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 17 days ago

Job Details Description We are seeking a Childcare Kitchen Manager/Cook to join our team at New Horizon Academy!...

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Garden City, KS
  • 22 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 22 days ago

planning....

Executive Chef

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Executive Chef | University of Kansas Athletics Location US-KS-Lawrence Job ID 2025-20500 Location Name University of Kansas Athletics Category Culinary / Kitchen Management Type Regular Full-Time...

Food Service Kitchen Manager

  • Haysville, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Haysville, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Food Service Kitchen Manager Haysville Food Service - Haysville, Kansas This job is also posted in Haysville Job Details Job ID:4964893 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Jan 31, 2025 Starting...

Sous Chef

  • Leawood, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Benefits : Extensive and well-rounded training program Continued career development and growth opportunities Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels Multiple...

Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Kansas

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Kansas 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 Kansas
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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