Kitchen Manager Jobs in Minnesota

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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Kitchen Leader

  • West Saint Paul, MN
  • 20 hours ago
  • West Saint Paul, MN
  • 20 hours ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 07/10/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250630 StoreID 00226...

Kitchen Lead - Hippo Pockets - Centro Restaurant Group

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

quality and consistency....

kITCHEN SUPERVISOR

  • MN
  • 2 days ago
  • MN
  • 2 days ago

Direct and participate in food preparation and service of food that is safe and appetizing and is of the quality and quantity to meet each resident's needs in accordance with physicians order in...

Kitchen Coordinator

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary As the Kitchen Coordinator, you will provide an exceptional dining experience by assisting with running an organized kitchen, cooking from scratch, and training/mentoring team...

Kitchen Manager

  • Brooklyn Center, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN
  • 3 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 and cooks at The Midway Saloon

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 4 days ago

We have an immediate opening for a kitchen manager and experienced kitchen cooks....

Culinary Director

  • Harmony, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Harmony, MN
  • 4 days ago

Maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction....

Venue Kitchen Lead Grille House Full-Time Evenings $18 - $27/hr

  • Hinckley, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Hinckley, MN
  • 5 days ago

Venue Kitchen Lead Grille House Full-Time Evenings $18 - $27/hr locations Grand Casino Hinckley time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R07530 It's fun to work in apany w...

Test Kitchen Coordinator

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 7 days ago

TEST KITCHEN COORDINATOR IN MINNEAPOLIS, MN, USA! Date Posted: 07/03/2025 Hiring Organization: Rose International Position Number: 485041 Industry: Retail Job Title: Test Kitchen Coordinator Job...

Venue Kitchen Lead Grille House Evenings $18 - $27/hr

  • Hinckley, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Hinckley, MN
  • 8 days ago

Venue Kitchen Lead Grille House Evenings $18 - $27/hr It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the...

Chef Manager (Corporate Food Services)

  • Eagan, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 10 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...

Chef Manager (Corporate Food Services)

  • Eagan, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 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...

Kitchen Manager

  • Maple Plain, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Maple Plain, MN
  • 11 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...

General Manager / Chef Manager

  • Minetonka Mls, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Minetonka Mls, MN
  • 14 days ago

What You'll Do Menu planning and food management (ordering, preparation, inventory, and storage) Cost control, including food and labor costs Team management of 10 employees, with oversight on payroll...

Kitchen Manager

  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 14 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the overall operations for the kitchen area of a restaurant....

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Minnesota

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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota
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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