Kitchen Manager Jobs in Apache Junction, AZ

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 I

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

The AKM partners with the Kitchen Manager to ensure back-of-house operations meet or exceed brand standards and guest expectations....

Kitchen Manager II

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

They are accountable for food quality, team development, inventory management, and ensuring all kitchen standards are met....

Kitchen Manager

  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 8 days ago

Compensation Range $55,000 - $70,000 / Year Compensation may include base salary and geographic differential. This position is bonus eligible. Job Description You are a seasoned restaurant leader,...

Kitchen Manager

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 17 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...

Kitchen Leader

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 23 days ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 06/11/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250526 StoreID 02478...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 26 days ago

appropriate staff levels based on projected sales and business needs in partnership with the Executive Chef Proactive in Paradise Assist Executive Chef with daily, weekly, and monthly specials and menu...

Assistant Executive Kitchen Manager

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago

ASSISTANT EXECTUTIVE KITCHEN MANAGER: High school dioploma or equvilant 2+ years restaurant managemanet experience in casual or upscale casual dining....

Kitchen Manager

  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago

Our Kitchen Managers combine their natural culinary ability with exceptional management skills....

Chef Manager

  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 30+ 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...

Kitchen Manager

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago

Company DescriptionHillstone Restaurant Group is a privately-held collection of upscale restaurants with 45+ locations in major cities across the country. Some of our more well-known operations...

Kitchen Manager, Floater 1.0 FTE

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago

POSITION TITLE: KITCHEN MANAGER, FLOATER DEPARTMENT: CHILD NUTRITION SUPERVISION: Received from: Director of Child Nutrition Given to: Child Nutrition Site Employees EVALUATION: Bi-Annual Base Kitchen...

Kitchen Manager

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago

, cost control, food quality standards, operational procedures, sanitation & cleanliness, health department compliance and staff motivation....

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Executive Kitchen Manager

  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago

They take full ownership of back-of-house operations, leading kitchen staff, managing inventory, controlling costs, and maintaining high standards for food quality, safety, and cleanliness....

Kitchen Manager Restaurant

  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 60+ 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...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Apache Junction, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Apache Junction, AZ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.6%
High School or GED
24.3%
Associate's Degree
21.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
6.4%
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 Apache Junction, AZ
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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