Kitchen Manager Jobs in Louisiana

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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Copeland's of New Orleans - Kitchen Manager

  • Al Copeland Investments
  • Covington, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 6 hours ago

A Copeland's Kitchen Manager is a hands-on culinary leader who drives food quality, cost control, kitchen culture, and operational excellence....

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Kitchen Manager

  • Safta's Table
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

Job Overview: The Kitchen Manager at Saftas Table is responsible for expertly executing and maintaining exceptional back-of-house operations that reflect our brands identity and culinary excellence....

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Chef Manager - Campus Dining

  • Sage Dining
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 6 days ago

Love food, hospitality, and creating unforgettable dining experiences? Ready to bring fresh culinary trends to life in a vibrant school community? We want to hear from you! SAGE Dining Services is...

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Kitchen Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 6 days ago

Deanie's Seafood in the French Quarter, a fast paced and HIGH volume restaurant, is looking for a seasoned Kitchen Manager! A minimum of 5 years experience is REQUIRED....

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Kitchen Manager

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago

train, and mentor the BOH team, ensuring efficient operations and high food quality....

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Executive Sous Chef

  • Hyatt Corporation
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 17 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 17 days ago

Ready to lead a culinary team that serves the best of New Orleans hospitality? Apply today to join Hyatt Regency New Orleans as Executive Sous Chef. All qualified candidates will receive...

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Sous Chef Kitchen Manager

  • P.F. Chang's China Bistro
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 21 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 21 days ago

Hiring immediately for full-time hourly Sous Chefs or Assistant Kitchen Managers....

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Kitchen Leader

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 23 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 23 days ago

following kitchen procedures Monitoring food waste and inventory levels, and resolving food quality issues Supporting a strong team dynamic between back of house Crew and front of house Crew Developing...

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Culinary Manager

  • Bonefish Grill
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 28 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 28 days ago

Manager will include: Directing and checking the progress of the prep staff and checking for food quality and consistency Assisting in the hiring and training of back-of-the-house employees Implementing...

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Executive Sous Chef (Superdome New Orleans)

  • ASM Global
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 28 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 28 days ago

qualities in both presentation and preparation Assists in the checking and tasting all food before events take place Conduct meetings/pre-shifts to update staff on daily goals and objectives....

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Executive Sous Chef

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 29 days ago

To Apply for this Job Click Here Executive Sous Chef An esteemed independent fine dining restaurant is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join their high-performing culinary team. This is a unique...

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Caesars Sportsbook Kitchen Supervisor (Horseshoe Bossier)

  • Caesars Entertainment
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago

They supervise kitchen staff, manage inventory, and assist in menu planning and preparation RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and direct kitchen staff, including cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers and develop strong...

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Executive Sous Chef

  • American Cruise Lines
  • Saint Francisville, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Francisville, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Executive Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking talented Executive Sous Chefs to join our team for the 2026 season....

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Kitchen Manager

  • Texas Roadhouse Holdings LLC
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Bubba's 33, part of the Texas Roadhouse brand family, is looking for a rockstar Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations and be responsible for purchasing, receiving, preparing, and presenting...

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Copeland's Cheesecake Bistro - Kitchen Manager

  • Al Copeland Investments
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 60+ days ago

A Copeland's Kitchen Manager is a hands-on culinary leader who drives food quality, cost control, kitchen culture, and operational excellence....

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Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.


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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Louisiana

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 Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.8%
High School or GED
23.9%
Associate's Degree
21.4%
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 Louisiana
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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