Kitchen Manager Jobs in Rochester Hills, MI

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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Culinary Director-East 1-Roseville

  • Roseville, MI (18 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roseville, MI (18 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Culinary Director Position Summary Enriching the lives of those we serve, through innovative and wholesome culinary experiences! Our Culinary Directors provide balanced nutrition through...

Kitchen Manager

  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Job Responsibilities Supervise and lead kitchen staff, including cooks, prep chefs, and dishwashers. Ensure the kitchen operates smoothly, meeting food safety and quality standards. Oversee food...

Assistant Culinary Manager

  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 14 days ago

Join our WellBridge of Rochester Hills team! This position will assist the Dietary Supervisor in planning, organizing, and developing the overall operation of the dietary department in accordance...

Executive Sous Chef - Full-Time

  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (14 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (14 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 24 days ago

Manager and/or large scale catering production....

Kitchen Coordinator

  • Troy, MI (12 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Troy, MI (12 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 24 days ago

quality standards Communicate cordially, effectively and clearly with co-workers Perform varied duties to ensure proper back of house operation according to standing operating procedure Requirements...

Kitchen Leader

  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (14 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (14 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 26 days ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 05/20/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250421 StoreID 02596...

Summer 2025 - Central Kitchen Coordinator - Summer Food Service Program - Temporary

  • Romeo, MI (9 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Romeo, MI (9 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Summer 2025 - Central Kitchen Coordinator - Summer Food Service Program - Temporary JobID: 800 Position Type: Food Service/Central Kitchen Coordinator Date Posted: 5/6/2025 Location: Romeo High...

Birmingham - Kitchen Lead

  • Birmingham, MI (13 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Birmingham, MI (13 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Rochester Hills - Kitchen Lead

  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 45+ days ago

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

Troy - Kitchen Lead

  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Kitchen Manager

  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Benefits: Extensive and well-rounded training program Continued career development and growth opportunities Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels Multiple...

Corporate Executive Chef

  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Ensure a balance of culinary creativity and cost-effective menu planning....

Demographic Data for Rochester Hills, MI

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Rochester Hills, MI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Rochester Hills, MI 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
6.3%
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 Rochester Hills, MI
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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