Kitchen Manager Jobs in Michigan

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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The Enginehouse Bar and Grill

Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager Join our team at The Enginehouse Bar and Grill as a Kitchen Manager! We are looking for a passionate individual who is ready to take on a leadership role in our culinary team....

Kitchen Manager

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 6 hours ago

Foster a positive team environment Qualifications Proven experience and track record as a kitchen manager, chef, or assistant kitchen manager. Strong knowledge of food cost and overall P&L....

Executive Chef Manager

  • Howell, MI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Howell, MI
  • 16 hours ago

Executive Chef Manager JOB DESCRIPTION | SUMMARY: The Executive Chef Manager will oversee all aspects of Cleary University student dinning (Clancy's) and hospitality operations. Responsible for...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 16 hours ago

Pay: $60000 per year - $66000 per year At Great Wolf, the Resort Sous Chef works in a fast paced, exciting environment to deliver on our commitment to high quality hospitality. The Sous Chef...

Kitchen Leader

  • Canton, MI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Canton, MI
  • 17 hours ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 08/19/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250804 StoreID 04211...

Kitchen Manager

  • Lambertville, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Lambertville, MI
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements: Must have at least two years of recent restaurant management experience preferably in a fast-casual atmosphere. Steady, stable employment track record....

Culinary Manager

  • Riga, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Riga, MI
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements: Must have at least two years of recent restaurant management experience preferably in a fast-casual atmosphere. Steady, stable employment track record....

Kitchen Manager, Mike's Pizza, Little Caesars Arena

  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago

As a Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in managing high-volume kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, and leading the culinary team....

Kitchen Manager

  • Kentwood, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 2 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 Manager Mikes Pizza

  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago

As a Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in managing high-volume kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, and leading the culinary team....

Executive Sous Chef - Toscana Kitchen

  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago

Keep accurate kitchen records and assist with food cost control, portioning, and menu planning....

Executive Sous Chef - Toscana Kitchen / AC Hotel Lansing

  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago

Keep accurate kitchen records and assist with food cost control, portioning, and menu planning....

Kitchen Manager-Antrim County

  • Mancelona, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Mancelona, MI
  • 5 days ago

Tigg's Canteen Services is looking to hire a Permanent Full-Time Kitchen Manager for Antrim County Jail in Bellaire MI....

Kitchen Supervisor - Big E's Sports Grill Downtown GR

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 5 days ago

Manager Manage and train Team members on sanitation and safety, menu planning, and related production activities Ensure that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety are maintained throughout...

Kitchen Manager Assistant (Full Time)

  • Canton, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Canton, MI
  • 6 days ago

Starting wage up to: $19.20/hr. with experience Food Lovers Unite! Busch's is HIRING and we want you! Love food, fun, and fabulous people? Join our family-owned Michigan team and cook up a career...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Michigan

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 Michigan 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 Michigan
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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