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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Birmingham - Kitchen Lead

  • Birmingham, MI (13 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Birmingham, MI (13 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 23 hours 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
  • 23 hours ago
  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 23 hours 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)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 23 hours 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)
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 3 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...

Kitchen Leader

  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 4 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...

Senior Sous / Kitchen Manager

  • Clinton Township, MI (16 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Clinton Township, MI (16 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Hiring immediately for full-time Senior Sous Chef or Senior Kitchen Manager or Chef De Cuisine: Benefits We Offer: Eligible for medical, dental, 401(K) retirement plan and paid time off Competitive...

Chef Manager

  • Clinton Township, MI (16 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Clinton Township, MI (16 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 11 days ago

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

Senior Kitchen Manager

  • Sterling Heights, MI (11 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (11 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 17 days ago

Responsibilities The Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing all functions of the restaurant during opening, mid or closing shifts....

Kitchen Coordinator

  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 25 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...

Chef Manager

  • Southfield, MI (17 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Southfield, MI (17 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsible for menu development. Conduct research and development of new culinary trends and ideas for menus. Complete weekly production sheets. Step in as a working manager, leading by example....

Kitchen Manager

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

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Your specific duties as a Restaurant Kitchen Manager will include: Directing and checking the progress of the prep staff and checking for food quality and consistency Assisting...

Corporate Executive Chef

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

Proven track record in menu development, kitchen operations, and culinary team leadership. Strong knowledge of food trends, nutrition, sustainability, and dietary preferences....

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
6.4%
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 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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