Kitchen Manager Jobs in Watertown, MN

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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Executive Sous Chef

  • Medina, MN (15 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Medina, MN (15 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Elevatethe culinary experience by focusing on food quality and upholding presentation standards. Managefinancial cost controls and culinary operations....

Executive Sous Chef

  • Wayzata, MN (14 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wayzata, MN (14 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 8 days ago

One of the hottest restaurant groups in the area is looking for its next culinary star!! Our next sous chef will be in line to grow to an Executive Chef as we grow our business! Sous Chef...

Kitchen Leader

  • Monticello, MN (24 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Monticello, MN (24 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 13 days ago

Keeps General Manager/Kitchen Manager informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration. Maintains a clean and safe facility....

Kitchen Manager

  • Maple Grove, MN (20 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (20 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 15 days ago

Position Description As a Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for managing the back-of-the house operations and achieving planned sales and profit levels for the restaurant through the implementation...

Kitchen Manager

  • Wayzata, MN (14 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Wayzata, MN (14 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 16 days ago

KITCHEN MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES Our Kitchen Managers are responsible for a wide variety of tasks such as: Providing hospitable, courteous, and efficient service to customers Developing daily and weekly...

Chef Manager - HOPKINS, MN

  • Hopkins, MN (19 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Hopkins, MN (19 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 20 days ago

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

Kitchen Leader

  • Chaska, MN (14 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Chaska, MN (14 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 21 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...

Food Production Manager 2

  • Robbinsdale, MN (24 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Robbinsdale, MN (24 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 26 days ago

quality, temperature and tray accuracy; achieve company and client financial targets and goals; perform functions that include direct supervision of hourly associates including employee development...

Assistant to Kitchen Manager, butcher, prep and purchasing.

  • Wayzata, MN (14 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wayzata, MN (14 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant to Kitchen Manager, butcher, prep and purchasing. Gianni's Steakhouse giannis-steakhouse KITCHEN FULL-TIME WAYZATA Mornings to Midafternoon. 4-5 days a week, Sundays & Mondays required....

Senior Chef Manager (Corporate Food Service) - SHAKOPEE

  • Shakopee, MN (21 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shakopee, MN (21 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Duties also include menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards, and personnel management to include hiring, coaching, counseling, training...

Chef Manager - HOPKINS, MN

  • Hopkins, MN (19 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hopkins, MN (19 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Chef Manager (Corporate Food Services) - HOPKINS

  • Hopkins, MN (21 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hopkins, MN (21 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Kitchen Manager

  • Brooklyn Center, MN (23 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (23 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 30+ 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...

Kitchen Manager

  • Maple Plain, MN (8 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Maple Plain, MN (8 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

Already a Kwik Trip Coworker? Follow this link to apply: myapps.kwiktrip.com Location: Kwik Trip 1775 Pay Range: $45,275.00 to $63,300.00 Shift: Variable Actual pay will be based on various...

Kitchen Leader

  • Plymouth, MN (20 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (20 miles from Watertown, MN)
  • 90+ days ago

Keeps General Manager/Kitchen Manager informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration. Maintains a clean and safe facility....

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Watertown, MN

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Watertown, MN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.6%
High School or GED
24.2%
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 Watertown, MN
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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