Kitchen Manager Jobs in Colorado

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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Food Production Manager 3

  • Vail, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vail, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Role Overview: Sodexo is seeking a Food Production Manager for Vail Health in Vail, CO. The Food Production Manager will oversee food operations, inventory, purchasing, and general kitchen...

Kitchen Manager

  • Fountain, CO
  • 27 days ago
  • Fountain, CO
  • 27 days ago

Heres what we need: As a Torchys Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for all Back of the House (BOH) operations, including maintaining a safe and impressively clean kitchen, and instilling a culture...

Culinary Manager

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Heres what we need: As a Torchys Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for all Back of the House (BOH) operations, including maintaining a safe and impressively clean kitchen, and instilling a culture...

Back of House Supervisor

  • Log Lane Village, CO
  • 14 hours ago
  • Log Lane Village, CO
  • 14 hours ago

PharmaCann, Inc. owns and operates best-in-class production facilities and retail dispensaries for cannabis-based products. We currently operate in the States of Illinois, New York, Massachusetts,...

Kitchen Manager at Black Haus Tavern in Parker, CO

  • Parker, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations with skill, efficiency, and a passion for hospitality....

Kitchen Manager in Training, Nutrition Services

  • Greeley, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Greeley, CO
  • 1 day ago

Manager Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Nutrition Services Closing Date: Until Filled Kitchen Manager in Training, Nutrtion Services Classification: Non-Exempt Date Posted: April 14, 2025 Salary:...

Kitchen Manager

  • Boulder, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary: The Kitchen Manager leads daily kitchen operations while actively participating in food preparation and cooking....

Banquet Culinary Supervisor

  • Denver, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 7 days ago

Why us? Are you an outgoing, fun, and hard-working individual that thrives in a fast-paced and diverse environment? We pride ourselves in our unparalleled service to our guests and we strive to...

Kitchen Leader

  • Aurora, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 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...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Boulder, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 9 days ago

Development Ability to Maintain High Standards of Food Quality Team Management Team leadership and motivation Culinary Skills Conflict Resolution skills Recipe Development Adaptability to Changing...

Kitchen Supervisor Part-Time Grand Junction Convention Center

  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 10 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Kitchen Manager in Training

  • Greeley, CO
  • 11 days ago
  • Greeley, CO
  • 11 days ago

Openings as of 4/19/2025 Kitchen Manager in Training, Nutrition Services JobID: 14919 Position Type: Nutrition Services/Nutrition Kitchen Manager Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Nutrition Services...

Kitchen Manager - Ridgeline Middle School

  • Windsor, CO
  • 11 days ago
  • Windsor, CO
  • 11 days ago

Kitchen Manager - Ridgeline Middle School JobID: 4993 Position Type: Nutrition Services/Nutrition Services Manager Date Posted: 4/17/2025 Location: District Nutrition Services Department Date Available...

Kitchen Manager

  • Pueblo, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Pueblo, CO
  • 12 days ago

Openings as of 4/18/2025 Kitchen Manager JobID: 6614 Position Type: Food Service/Manager Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Rye High Date Available: 2024-25 School Year Closing Date: 4/02/2025 or until...

Kitchen Manager - Middle School

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 12 days ago

Job Posting Title: Kitchen Manager - Middle School Job Description: Responsible for the overall management of the kitchen, including all aspects of food preparation and service, supervision of staff...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Colorado

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Colorado 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 Colorado
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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