Kitchen Manager Jobs in Knightdale, 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 Manager Big Eds Garner

  • Garner, NC (11 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Garner, NC (11 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 7 days ago

un Kitchen Manager | Big Ed's Garner Big Ed's Garner image 1 of 7 231 Timber Dr compensation: $55,000-60,000 employment type: job title: Kitchen Manager Big Ed's is award-winning, local, and family-owned...

Kitchen Leader

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 8 days ago

WHAT YOULL DO In addition to following Chipotles policies and procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, and...

Sous Chef - Tally Main Kitchen

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Execute the production of recipes required to fulfill the menu. Plan daily food production and assign staff accordingly to execute the plan....

Kitchen Manager

  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 13 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...

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 23 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 23 days ago

As a member of the restaurant operations management team, you are also responsible for the restaurants overall operations, including food quality, production, safety, and labor in absence of the General...

Sous Chef

  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 25 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 25 days ago

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

Executive Chef - Tex Mex Restaurant

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 29 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 29 days ago

development, food presentation, and maintaining consistency Experience in leading, training, and managing kitchen staff, with a focus on fostering a positive work environment In-depth knowledge of...

Sous Chef - Sports & Social Cary

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Sports & Social Cary is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in downtown Cary. The location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch games, outfitted with state-of-the-art...

Senior Kitchen Manager

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ 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...

Executive Chef

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

quality, hygiene, and consistency Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Excellent work ethic and drive to succeed Benefits: Full Health Benefits Paid Vacation 401(k) Competitive...

Culinary Supervisor - Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ 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...

Culinary Director

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Chef Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 45+ 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...

Sous Chef

  • Clayton, NC (12 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Clayton, NC (12 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Performs all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary. Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor. Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations....

Banquet Sous Chef

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 60+ 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....

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Knightdale, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Knightdale, NC 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 Knightdale, 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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