Kitchen Manager Jobs in Northbrook, IL

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

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

The Kitchen Manager will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, menu development, sanitation and safety compliance, inventory management, and procurement....

Chef Manager- NO NIGHTS, NO WEEKENDS

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Position Summary The Chef Manager position will work with a team of leaders who manage the foodservice operation of 15 High Schools following the the guidelines of The National School Lunch...

Chef Manager - Dietary

  • Des Plaines, IL (5 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (5 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Overview Department: Chef Manager - Dietary Shift: Full-Time, Days - 8 Hour Shift Hospital: Holy Family - LTACH Location: Des Plaines, IL 60016 Responsibilities Establishes and oversees food...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Details Compensation: Salary ($60,000.00 - $70,000.00) Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off Required Skills Creativity Team Management Menu...

Kitchen Manager

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Wine Bar opening in Lincoln Square looking to fill Kitchen Manager position....

Kitchen Operations Manager

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Certification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management is a plus....

Chef Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (13 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (13 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Chef Manager** **Job Reference Number:** 32579 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Dining & Events **Brand:** Corporate-Chefs **State:** Illinois (US-IL) **The Role at a...

Culinary Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Overseeing the safe and complete return of kitchen equipment QUALIFICATIONS: 2+ years of kitchen management experience Catering experience or large-volume experience preferred Must be available on Friday...

Assistant Executive Sous Chef

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

BA in Culinary Arts preferred....

Executive Sous Chef - The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Why us? Iconic architecture, a thriving culinary scene, beautifully landscaped public spaces, and an array of museums are just part of what draws visitors to the Windy City. At The Ritz-Carlton,...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Required Years of Experience 4 years Job Details Would you like to spend Holiday's and most Weekends with your family? Do You Want Your Life Back? Come and work with a company that cares as much...

Kitchen Leader

  • Addison, IL (15 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Addison, IL (15 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 07/22/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250630 StoreID 01819...

Back Of House Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago

City Winery to deliver thehighest end combined culinary and cultural experience to our customers who arepassionate in sharing wine, music, and culinary arts....

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Vernon Hills, IL (10 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (10 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Position Summary Supervises the entire scope of Kitchen Operations. Develops and executes menus, trains, supervises and motivates the kitchen team. Creates the "WOW" experience for guests of...

Banquet Kitchen Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago

food handling policies/procedures Prepare & expedite all menu items accurately and timely according to standardized recipes and at the correct temperatures Communication with Executive Chef of any food...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Northbrook, IL

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Northbrook, IL 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 Northbrook, IL
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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