Kitchen Manager Jobs in Tarzana, CA

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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Restaurant - Chef / Executive Kitchen Manager (For Future Opening)

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Urban Plates is looking to connect with experienced Chefs / Executive Kitchen Managers for future openings in the greater Los Angeles market....

Executive Sous Chef - Los Angeles Convention Center

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Levy Sector Salary: $80,000-$85,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade: 12 Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment...

Kitchen Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Kitchen Manager leads by example, guiding and supporting the kitchen staff to consistently deliver high-quality dishes in a timely manner....

Culver City - Kitchen Lead

  • Culver City, CA (16 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (16 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 6 days ago

quality and consistency Experience working with kitchen management tools What Perks You'll Get: We reward Hospitality!...

Kitchen Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Kitchen Manager Job Summary Under general supervision, the Kitchen Manager will plan and prepare compliant school meals in accordance with the California Department of Education and USDA laws, rules...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The Executive Sous will also have the opportunity to provide input on menu development as directed and approved by the Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager....

Kitchen Manager/Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Kitchen Manager/Chef (Sherman Oaks) Jip Bap Burbank blvd near Kester compensation: $23 plus tip employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Head Chef/ Kitchen Manager Looking for experienced...

General Manager / Chef Manager

  • El Segundo, CA (21 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (21 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 10 days ago

What You'll Do Menu planning and food management (ordering, preparation, inventory, and storage) Cost control, including food and labor costs Team management of 4 employees, with oversight on payroll...

Kitchen Manager

  • Beverly Hills, CA (11 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (11 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The Position of Kitchen Manager Crustacean Beverly Hills Full-Time | Salary: $72,000+ annually | Health Benefits Included Were looking for a passionate Chef/Kitchen Manager who can lead with precision...

Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 14 days ago

The Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager leads the culinary management team in training and mentoring all BOH team members on recipes and SOPS as set forth by Home Base....

Kitchen Manager

  • Beverly Hills, CA (11 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (11 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 16 days ago

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: As a Kitchen Manager at Pura Vida Miami, your role encompasses a broad spectrum of duties pivotal to the operational success of our brand....

Executive Sous Chef

  • Culver City, CA (16 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (16 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Background in restaurant management is preferred but not mandatory....

Kitchen Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Kitchen Manager Requirements Solid foundation in culinary skills, including knife/prep work, flat-top cooking, and more Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs Minimum of 5 years...

Kitchen Manager

  • Santa Monica, CA (13 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (13 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Menu Development Executive menu development process as described by Santa Monica Seafood standards to populate menu and make applicable seasonal changes....

Kitchen Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Tarzana, CA)
  • 21 days ago

We are seeking a passionate, experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our team....

Demographic Data for Tarzana, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Tarzana, CA

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Tarzana, CA 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 Tarzana, CA
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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