Kitchen Manager Jobs in Lancaster, SC

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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Waldhorn Restaurant LLC

Manager front of the house

Company Description Waldhorn Restaurant is a renowned dining establishment in Pineville, North Carolina. Known for its authentic German cuisine and warm, inviting atmosphere, Waldhorn Restaurant...

Back of House Supervisor - Matthews

  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 13 days ago

Pet Paradise is looking for pet people with leadership experience and growth potential to fill our open Resort Supervisor position. Starting Rate: $16.50 hour ($0.50 increase 6 months from hire...

Sous Chef - Pineville, NC

  • Pineville, NC (24 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Pineville, NC (24 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 24 days ago

Job Responsibilities Assist Executive Chef with training and development of kitchen personnel. Work with Event Planners, food team, FOH team to plan and successfully execute all events. Work with...

Kitchen Manager

  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 30+ 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

  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Enjoy being a chef, but tired of the late hours? We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate sous chef to join our culinary team! Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with...

Executive Chef II - Wingate University

  • Wingate, NC (20 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wingate, NC (20 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Ensure the implementation of culinary standards, including recipe compliance and food quality....

Sous Chef - Lancaster, SC

  • Lancaster, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lancaster, SC
  • 30+ days ago

management experience, depending upon formal degree or training Catering experience a plus High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable Institutional and batch cooking...

Executive Chef I

  • Pineville, NC (24 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pineville, NC (24 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

management experience, depending upon formal degree or training Extensive catering experience a plus High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable Institutional and batch...

Sous Chef

  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Location: Windsor Run by Erickson Senior Living Are you an experienced Sous Chef with a strong culinary background and a commitment to teamwork and leadership? If so, join our team and play a key...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Marvin, NC (11 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marvin, NC (11 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Elevatethe culinary experience by focusing on food quality and upholding presentation standards. Managefinancial cost controls and culinary operations....

Kitchen Leader

  • Rock Hill, SC (20 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC (20 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 60+ 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...

Campus Executive Chef

  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally! Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with our PayActiv benefit! We strongly believe in providing our team members...

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Rock Hill, SC (20 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC (20 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

In this role as Kitchen Manager, you are responsible for food production and operating the Back-of-the-House using Golden Corral products, recipes, procedures and company systems to ensure that the...

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Matthews, NC (21 miles from Lancaster, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

In this role as Kitchen Manager, you are responsible for food production and operating the Back-of-the-House using Golden Corral products, recipes, procedures and company systems to ensure that the...

Demographic Data for Lancaster, SC

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Lancaster, SC

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Lancaster, SC 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 Lancaster, SC
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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