Kitchen Manager Jobs in New Britain, CT

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 2

  • New Britain, CT
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 60+ days ago

Role Overview: Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Ready to grow your culinary career in a leadership role? Sodexos Campus Segment is seeking a Food Production Manager 2 to support...

Chef Manager - K12 Food Service - Wethersfield, CT

  • Wethersfield, CT (6 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Wethersfield, CT (6 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 9 hours ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Possesses a passion for sustainability Preferred Qualifications: Must have a working...

Culinary Director

  • Cheshire, CT (12 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Cheshire, CT (12 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 13 hours ago

Responsibilities Manage the food service department to provide excellent service and quality Communicate with department, facility, and company leadership to achieve goals Collaborate with...

Chef Manager - Recreation Center - Quinnipiac University

  • Hamden, CT (21 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hamden, CT (21 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 3 days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Possesses a passion for sustainability Preferred Qualifications: Must have a working...

Chef Manager - Recreation Center - Quinnipiac University

  • Hamden, CT (18 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hamden, CT (18 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 4 days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Possesses a passion for sustainability Preferred Qualifications: Must have a working...

Chef Manager - Hamden Hall Country Day School

  • Hamden, CT (21 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hamden, CT (21 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 10 days ago

FISD Salary: $75000 - $85000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: N/A Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300...

Chef Manager - Hamden Hall Country Day School

  • Hamden, CT (22 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hamden, CT (22 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Salary: $75000 - $85000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: N/A Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300...

Kitchen Manager

  • Manchester, CT (14 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Manchester, CT (14 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 15 days ago

Texas Roadhouse is looking for a legendary Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations and be responsible for purchasing, receiving, preparing, and presenting all food products in a timely...

Executive Sous Chef Full-Time Pratt & Whitney Stadium

  • Hartford, CT (10 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (10 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 15 days ago

Minimum of 2-3 years kitchen management experience in a full service restaurant or events venue. Minimum of 2-3 years kitchen management experience in a full service restaurant or events venue....

Kitchen Manager

  • Hartford, CT (10 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 27 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (10 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 27 days ago

Compensation Range $60,000 - $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 Leader

  • Naugatuck, CT (18 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 28 days ago
  • Naugatuck, CT (18 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 28 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...

Chef Manager

  • East Hartford, CT (11 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Hartford, CT (11 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Partners with the client to deliver quality on site catered events, as demanded by the...

Chef Manager

  • Hartford, CT (10 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (10 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Partners with the client to deliver quality on site catered events, as demanded by the...

Pride Kitchen Manager

  • East Granby, CT (19 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Granby, CT (19 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Join Our Team as a Deli Manager - Crafting Culinary Excellence! Are you a seasoned professional with a zest for food service? We're searching for a Deli Manager who is passionate about...

Coffee House Chef Manager - Quinnipiac University

  • Hamden, CT (21 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hamden, CT (21 miles from New Britain, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Possesses a passion for sustainability Preferred Qualifications: Must have a working...

Demographic Data for New Britain, CT

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in New Britain, CT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in New Britain, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.6%
High School or GED
24.3%
Associate's Degree
21.3%
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 New Britain, CT
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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