Kitchen Manager Jobs in Durham, NC

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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Kitchen Leader

  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 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...

Chef Manager - Durham, NC

  • Durham, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 4 days ago

Duties also include menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards, and personnel management to include hiring, coaching, counseling, training...

Kitchen Coordinator

  • Durham, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 9 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...

Manager, Kitchen

  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Menu development for club and any other special request by the Executive Chef, or General Manager....

Sous Chef

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

The Cedars of Chapel Hill Club is an upscale retirement community with over 400 Members. We believe team members are our greatest resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to...

Sous Chef

  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance Are you ready to elevate your...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 28 days ago

Basic understanding of a kitchen operation within the hotel. Responsible for producing a consistent, quality product that meets and exceeds the guests' needs in a timely manner. Person has basic...

Kitchen Manager

  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Kitchen Manager Responsibility: Managing inventory so that all necessary ingredients are stocked for service Hiring new staff and providing training to facilitate quick acclimation Streamlining the...

Senior Kitchen Manager

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Lucrative compensation package Growing company with 200+ restaurants and several new restaurant openings yearly across the country Career advancement and leadership conferences and development programs...

Culinary Supervisor - Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ 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...

Chef Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

quality and portions Ensures adherence to modified diets, correct portioning of foods, and proper serving methods Prepares and serves meals on time and at the correct temperatures Actively trains on...

Banquet Sous Chef

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Menu development for the a la carte and banquet menus. Adhere to all cleaning schedules and duties set up by the Executive Chef. About You: 2 - 3 years of experience as a Sous Chef....

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Location: WakeMed Raleigh - 3000 New Bern Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27610. Note: online applications accepted only....

Sous Chef

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Procure the highest quality product to create unforgettable dishes while overseeing service and food quality on the line....

Kitchen Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 90+ 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...

Demographic Data for Durham, NC

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Durham, NC

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC
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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