Kitchen Manager Jobs in New Jersey

Job Title: Kitchen Manager Company: Cypress Hospitality Group Location: Paramus, NJ Description: Are you interested in joining a great restaurant? Are you looking to grow to Executive Kitchen Manager in close to 3 year?   Than this is a great opportunity for you!  We have a high volume 100% scratch restaurant chain looking for strong Kitchen Managers.Must have 3+ years of kitchen management experience in a full service, moderate to high volume restaurant.  Experience working in a 100% scratch restaurant is a huge plus  Must have high volume chain restaurant experience· Strong leadership skills· Culinary school background a plus· Able to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs as neededIf interested please contact Christina Raimondo at Register to View

Job Title: Executive Kitchen Managers for High Volume, High Profile Top Group opening new now Company: Company Confidential Location: Hackensack, NJ Description: Premium Restaurant Kitchen Managers ('Working Chefs) & FOH Managers - throughout many NJ & NY markets(NJ cities: Wayne, Edison, Hackensack, Bridgewater / NY Cities: West Nyack and White Plains and NYC)Top #1 high profile, high volume ($10 to $20 million annual sales volume) High end casual Restaurant Group looking for #1 Manager Superstars!  Superior Restaurant Corporation growing & booming and opening new restaurants now in several markets to add to their 150+All the brass; glass and class that have taken them to top as America's favorite!100% scratch/spec menu; employee team up to 300 in these high profile locations thoughout US..Prefer current (or very recently parted) brand name casual or upscale KM/ Chef or FOH Manager experience in high volume restaurant ($3 million minimum).           Need minimum 3 years Casual/Upscale Kitchen Management experience.Tier up to Executive Chef or GM make 6 digit+ salary plus super bonus and perks.Currently opening new restaurants near you & throughout US..Prestigious & Good Quality of Life- 2 days off together weekly. Great growth opportunity to progress. $45k to $65k starting salary, 401K & benefits. Reply with resume in complete confidence to posting or directly to Register to View . AFTER sending qualifying resume & getting a reply of interest back you may call 'CJ' at Register to View .For quickest response please send as attached Word Doc directly to  Register to View

Job Title: Now Hiring Kitchen Managers in Northern New Jersey- Relocation Available Company: The Cheesecake Factory Location: Paterson, NJ Description: Now Hiring Kitchen Managers in Northern New Jersey- Relocation Available Description With our upscale chain, Grand Lux Cafe, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated has cemented its place as one of the most successful restaurant companies in the country. Recipient of the 2009 People Report™ Catalyst Award for high management retention and low turnover, the Grand Lux Cafe in Paramus, New Jersey has an immediate opening for an experienced Kitchen Manager. The Kitchen Manager (KM) is responsible for overseeing the operations, and running the shift of an assigned work group within the kitchen.  The work group typically consists of 2 to 4 Prep Cooks and/or Line Cooks. The KM also has contributory financial responsibility for food costs, labor costs and kitchen supplies for the kitchen. Key Duties & Responsibilities: People: Ensures proper staffing levels by recruiting, interviewing and hiring talented kitchen staff members following Company guidelines Manages assigned staff, including scheduling, performance feedback, discipline, investigations and terminations. Is responsible for ongoing training and professional development of staff members Effectively communicates to management to ensure effective and efficient operations without issue. Effectively builds trust with staff members and fellow management by providing clear and honest communication and feedback. Evaluates the quality, care and morale of the staff and strives to improve these areas through solid communication, care with schedule-writing, work group leadership, etc Quality Profits: Is responsible for achieving or exceeding the written restaurant budgets for the work unit  (i.e., food cost, food efficiencies, labor cost and direct kitchen expenses). Sets operational goals and follow-up plans for the work unit.  Directs and holds all work unit staff accountable for those goals. Assists in implementation and maintains all kitchen systems. Assists in maintaining current kitchen schedules, staffing templates, staff files, ordering and production targets, etc. Ensures compliance with inventory procedures. Operational Excellence: Maintains food quality standards for the restaurant.  Oversees all phases of food procurement, production and service, including, inventory and ordering, storage and rotation, food preparation, recipe adherence, plate presentation, and service and production time standards. Conducts daily line checks, food reviews and recipes of the day.  Ensures that clear feedback is provided to the entire kitchen team, including staff and management. Monitors all Commitment to Service/Mystery Guest scores, corporate support staff visitation notes, etc. Follows up with corrective action plan.  Responsible for managing on-going repairs, maintenance, programs, etc. Conducts monthly housekeeping, food safety and sanitation and facility reviews personally to improve restaurant standards of kitchen team and to correct deficiencies on a timely basis. Ensures the cleanliness of the kitchen by maintaining to specified standards, passing Health Department audits with a 90% or better, and training staff on proper sanitation guidelines Ensures that KM team and staff avoid cross contamination, improper food handling and/or storage practices, etc., through proper training and supervision This position qualifies for industry leading benefits with stock options, 55 hour work week, with 2 days off consecutively.  Qualifications Must have a minimum of two years of kitchen management experience in a full service, moderate to high volume restaurant. Solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career tracking Strong communication skills Strong leadership skills Culinary school background a plus Ability to speak and understand Spanish a plus Able to work ten hour-plus shifts plus ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time Able to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs as needed Finger/hand dexterity to operate kitchen machinery, knives, etc Able to withstand changes in temperature, occasional smoke, steam and heat and work in a confined area Must possess hearing, visual and sensory abilities to observe and detect emergency situations; also to distinguish product, taste, texture, temperature and presentation and preparation For more information about our company, visit our website at www.grandluxcafe.com.   EOE. Primary Location NJ-Paterson-Paramus

Job Title: Kitchen Manager Company: Patrice and Associates Location: Edison, NJ Description: Kitchen Manager Job ID: 01653167 Location: Edison, NJ Salary: $40000 - $60000 Date Listed: Mar 17, 2009 Job Type: Full Time Suggested Degree Level: Not Specified General Comments: Casual Dining Kitchen Manager needed for unique, upscale casual dining restaurant. Walk through the front doors and you know you're in for something special! With French limestone floors and decorative columns, hand-painted fabrics, contemporary lighting and an abundance of cherry wood, the lavish decor is just the beginning. Offering more than 200 menu selections including Appetizers, Pizza, Pasta, Seafood, Steaks, Salads, Sandwiches, and more. As a growth-orientated, talent-based company, we share a commitment to excellence. We are dedicated to the uncompromising quality of our food, service, people and profit, while taking exceptional care of our guests and staff. We offer competitve salary plus bonus and benefits that include; medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation, 401K with company match and so much more!Must have 3 years of management experience in full service / casual dining. http://employment.topechelon.com/web77685/jobseeker/sDetail.asp?JobAdID=REX01653167

Job Title: Kitchen Manager Company: Waterford Hotel Group Location: Trenton, NJ Description: Are you looking to join a progressive organization with a passion for excellence and commitment to integrity and fairness? Do you want to be part of a team that welcomes collaboration with a focus on continuous improvement? Do you want to work for an organization that will truly recognize your professional contributions and invest the time and resources in assisting you to reach your professional goals? If so, you need look no further than Waterford Hotel Group! Waterford Hotel Group has a current portfolio of 24 hotels in 8 states with a total of 3,506 rooms. Our properties include select-service hotels, extended-stay hotels, full-service hotels, conference centers and resort hotels. The Trenton Marriott is currently looking for a kitchen manager to join our team. This full-service property consists of 197 rooms, restaurant, lounge, fitness facility and 12 meeting rooms totaling 11,000 square feet of space. Located in downtown Trenton, the hotel is within walking distance to the New Jersey State Capital Complex, the Old Barracks, the New Jersey Soldiers and Sailors War Memorial and other historic sites. In addition, the hotel is ideally situated near Sesame Place, Six Flags Great Adventure, Waterfront Park which is home to the Trenton Thunder baseball team and Sun Bank Arena which is home to the Trenton Devils hockey team. We are actively looking to meet the best and brightest talent that the industry has to offer to join our dedicated team of hospitality professionals.

Job Title: Kitchen Manager - Edison, NJ Company: The Cheesecake Factory Location: Paterson, NJ Description: Kitchen Manager - Edison, NJ Description The Kitchen Manager (KM) is responsible for overseeing the operations, and running the shift of an assigned work group within the kitchen.  The work group typically consists of 2 to 4 Prep Cooks and/or Line Cooks. The KM also has contributory financial responsibility for food costs, labor costs and kitchen supplies for the kitchen. Key Duties & Responsibilities: People: Ensures proper staffing levels by recruiting, interviewing and hiring talented kitchen staff members following Company guidelines Manages assigned staff, including scheduling, performance feedback, discipline, investigations and terminations. Is responsible for ongoing training and professional development of staff members Effectively communicates to management to ensure effective and efficient operations without issue. Effectively builds trust with staff members and fellow management by providing clear and honest communication and feedback. Evaluates the quality, care and morale of the staff and strives to improve these areas through solid communication, care with schedule-writing, work group leadership, etc Quality Profits: Is responsible for achieving or exceeding the written restaurant budgets for the work unit  (i.e., food cost, food efficiencies, labor cost and direct kitchen expenses). Sets operational goals and follow-up plans for the work unit.  Directs and holds all work unit staff accountable for those goals. Assists in implementation and maintains all kitchen systems. Assists in maintaining current kitchen schedules, staffing templates, staff files, ordering and production targets, etc. Ensures compliance with inventory procedures. Operational Excellence: Maintains food quality standards for the restaurant.  Oversees all phases of food procurement, production and service, including, inventory and ordering, storage and rotation, food preparation, recipe adherence, plate presentation, and service and production time standards. Conducts daily line checks, food reviews and recipes of the day.  Ensures that clear feedback is provided to the entire kitchen team, including staff and management. Monitors all Commitment to Service/Mystery Guest scores, corporate support staff visitation notes, etc. Follows up with corrective action plan.  Responsible for managing on-going repairs, maintenance, programs, etc. Conducts monthly housekeeping, food safety and sanitation and facility reviews personally to improve restaurant standards of kitchen team and to correct deficiencies on a timely basis. Ensures the cleanliness of the kitchen by maintaining to specified standards, passing Health Department audits with a 90% or better, and training staff on proper sanitation guidelines Ensures that KM team and staff avoid cross contamination, improper food handling and/or storage practices, etc., through proper training and supervision This position qualifies for industry leading benefits with stock options, 55 hour work week, with 2 days off consecutively.  Qualifications Must have 2 years of kitchen management experience in a full service, moderate to high volume restaurant. Solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career tracking Strong communication skills Strong leadership skills Culinary school background a plus Ability to speak and understand Spanish a plus Able to work ten hour-plus shifts plus ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time Able to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs as needed Finger/hand dexterity to operate kitchen machinery, knives, etc Able to withstand changes in temperature, occasional smoke, steam and heat and work in a confined area Must possess hearing, visual and sensory abilities to observe and detect emergency situations; also to distinguish product, taste, texture, temperature and presentation and preparation For more information about our company, visit our website at www.thecheesecakefactory.com.  To apply immediately, please visit www.cakecareers.com. EOE. Primary Location NJ-Paterson-Edison

Job Title: Kitchen Manager Company: Patrice and Associates Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Description: Kitchen Manager Job ID: 01653165 Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Salary: $40000 - $60000 Date Listed: Mar 17, 2009 Job Type: Full Time Suggested Degree Level: Not Specified General Comments: Casual Dining Kitchen Manager needed for unique, upscale casual dining restaurant. Walk through the front doors and you know you're in for something special! With French limestone floors and decorative columns, hand-painted fabrics, contemporary lighting and an abundance of cherry wood, the lavish decor is just the beginning. Offering more than 200 menu selections including Appetizers, Pizza, Pasta, Seafood, Steaks, Salads, Sandwiches, and more. As a growth-orientated, talent-based company, we share a commitment to excellence. We are dedicated to the uncompromising quality of our food, service, people and profit, while taking exceptional care of our guests and staff. We offer competitve salary plus bonus and benefits that include; medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation, 401K with company match and so much more! Must have 3 years of management experience in full service / casual dining.

Job Title: Kitchen Manager - New Restaurant Opening - Bridgewater, NJ Company: The Cheesecake Factory Location: Paterson, NJ Description: Kitchen Manager - New Restaurant Opening - Bridgewater, NJ Description The Kitchen Manager (KM) is responsible for overseeing the operations, and running the shift of an assigned work group within the kitchen.  The work group typically consists of 2 to 4 Prep Cooks and/or Line Cooks. The KM also has contributory financial responsibility for food costs, labor costs and kitchen supplies for the kitchen. Key Duties & Responsibilities: People: Ensures proper staffing levels by recruiting, interviewing and hiring talented kitchen staff members following Company guidelines Manages assigned staff, including scheduling, performance feedback, discipline, investigations and terminations. Is responsible for ongoing training and professional development of staff members Effectively communicates to management to ensure effective and efficient operations without issue. Effectively builds trust with staff members and fellow management by providing clear and honest communication and feedback. Evaluates the quality, care and morale of the staff and strives to improve these areas through solid communication, care with schedule-writing, work group leadership, etc Quality Profits: Is responsible for achieving or exceeding the written restaurant budgets for the work unit  (i.e., food cost, food efficiencies, labor cost and direct kitchen expenses). Sets operational goals and follow-up plans for the work unit.  Directs and holds all work unit staff accountable for those goals. Assists in implementation and maintains all kitchen systems. Assists in maintaining current kitchen schedules, staffing templates, staff files, ordering and production targets, etc. Ensures compliance with inventory procedures. Operational Excellence: Maintains food quality standards for the restaurant.  Oversees all phases of food procurement, production and service, including, inventory and ordering, storage and rotation, food preparation, recipe adherence, plate presentation, and service and production time standards. Conducts daily line checks, food reviews and recipes of the day.  Ensures that clear feedback is provided to the entire kitchen team, including staff and management. Monitors all Commitment to Service/Mystery Guest scores, corporate support staff visitation notes, etc. Follows up with corrective action plan.  Responsible for managing on-going repairs, maintenance, programs, etc. Conducts monthly housekeeping, food safety and sanitation and facility reviews personally to improve restaurant standards of kitchen team and to correct deficiencies on a timely basis. Ensures the cleanliness of the kitchen by maintaining to specified standards, passing Health Department audits with a 90% or better, and training staff on proper sanitation guidelines Ensures that KM team and staff avoid cross contamination, improper food handling and/or storage practices, etc., through proper training and supervision This position qualifies for industry leading benefits with stock options, 55 hour work week, with 2 days off consecutively.  Qualifications Must have 2 years of kitchen management experience in a full service, moderate to high volume restaurant. Solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career tracking Strong communication skills Strong leadership skills Culinary school background a plus Ability to speak and understand Spanish a plus Able to work ten hour-plus shifts plus ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time Able to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs as needed Finger/hand dexterity to operate kitchen machinery, knives, etc Able to withstand changes in temperature, occasional smoke, steam and heat and work in a confined area Must possess hearing, visual and sensory abilities to observe and detect emergency situations; also to distinguish product, taste, texture, temperature and presentation and preparation For more information about our company, visit our website at www.thecheesecakefactory.com.  To apply immediately, please visit www.cakecareers.com. EOE. Primary Location NJ-Paterson-Bridgewater

Job Title: Kitchen Manager - Hackensack/Wayne Company: The Cheesecake Factory Location: Paterson, NJ Description: Kitchen Manager - Hackensack/Wayne Description The Kitchen Manager (KM) is responsible for overseeing the operations, and running the shift of an assigned work group within the kitchen.  The work group typically consists of 2 to 4 Prep Cooks and/or Line Cooks. The KM also has contributory financial responsibility for food costs, labor costs and kitchen supplies for the kitchen. Key Duties & Responsibilities: People: Ensures proper staffing levels by recruiting, interviewing and hiring talented kitchen staff members following Company guidelines Manages assigned staff, including scheduling, performance feedback, discipline, investigations and terminations. Is responsible for ongoing training and professional development of staff members Effectively communicates to management to ensure effective and efficient operations without issue. Effectively builds trust with staff members and fellow management by providing clear and honest communication and feedback. Evaluates the quality, care and morale of the staff and strives to improve these areas through solid communication, care with schedule-writing, work group leadership, etc Quality Profits: Is responsible for achieving or exceeding the written restaurant budgets for the work unit  (i.e., food cost, food efficiencies, labor cost and direct kitchen expenses). Sets operational goals and follow-up plans for the work unit.  Directs and holds all work unit staff accountable for those goals. Assists in implementation and maintains all kitchen systems. Assists in maintaining current kitchen schedules, staffing templates, staff files, ordering and production targets, etc. Ensures compliance with inventory procedures. Operational Excellence: Maintains food quality standards for the restaurant.  Oversees all phases of food procurement, production and service, including, inventory and ordering, storage and rotation, food preparation, recipe adherence, plate presentation, and service and production time standards. Conducts daily line checks, food reviews and recipes of the day.  Ensures that clear feedback is provided to the entire kitchen team, including staff and management. Monitors all Commitment to Service/Mystery Guest scores, corporate support staff visitation notes, etc. Follows up with corrective action plan.  Responsible for managing on-going repairs, maintenance, programs, etc. Conducts monthly housekeeping, food safety and sanitation and facility reviews personally to improve restaurant standards of kitchen team and to correct deficiencies on a timely basis. Ensures the cleanliness of the kitchen by maintaining to specified standards, passing Health Department audits with a 90% or better, and training staff on proper sanitation guidelines Ensures that KM team and staff avoid cross contamination, improper food handling and/or storage practices, etc., through proper training and supervision This position qualifies for industry leading benefits with stock options, 55 hour work week, with 2 days off consecutively.  Qualifications Must have 2 years of kitchen management experience in a full service, moderate to high volume restaurant. Solid track record of success in previous assignments demonstrating upward career tracking Strong communication skills Strong leadership skills Culinary school background a plus Ability to speak and understand Spanish a plus Able to work ten hour-plus shifts plus ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time Able to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs as needed Finger/hand dexterity to operate kitchen machinery, knives, etc Able to withstand changes in temperature, occasional smoke, steam and heat and work in a confined area Must possess hearing, visual and sensory abilities to observe and detect emergency situations; also to distinguish product, taste, texture, temperature and presentation and preparation For more information about our company, visit our website at www.thecheesecakefactory.com.  To apply immediately, please visit www.cakecareers.com. EOE. Primary Location NJ-Paterson-Hackensack