Kitchen Manager Jobs in Butler, NJ

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 Manager

  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Oversee and participate in all aspects of food preparation (cooking, etc.) and production in the kitchen, including supervising the chef, staff and volunteers In conjunction with the Culinary...

Kitchen Leader

  • Secaucus, NJ (21 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (21 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

, and following kitchen procedures + Monitoring food waste and inventory levels, and resolving food quality issues + Supporting a strong team dynamic between back of house Crew and front of house Crew...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Maplewood, NJ (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Salary: 65,000.00 - 75,000.00 Other Forms of Compensation: Driven by our passion in the pursuit of hospitality and culinary excellence, Morrison Living has built community through dining...

Kitchen Manager

  • Boonton, NJ (4 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ (4 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Menu Development: Collaborating with chefs to develop and refine menu items....

Chef Manager

  • Morris Plains, NJ (11 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ (11 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

quality and portions Ensures adherence to modified diets, correct portioning of foods, and proper serving methods Prepares and serves meals on time and at the correct temperatures Actively trains on...

Chef Manager II - Education Division

  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

This position is accountable for menu development, purchasing, receiving, food production, customer service, catering planning and execution, marketing and administrative duties....

Chef Manager

  • Hackettstown, NJ (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 19 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...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Monroe, NY (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Monroe, NY (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details As the Executive Sous Chef in our company you will work directly with the Executive Chef, owners, and other management in developing and executing...

Kitchen Manager

  • Hackensack, NJ (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Culinary Manager to join our dynamic team at Hillstone. As a part of our management, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of...

Kitchen Lead

  • Elizabeth, NJ (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (24 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary As a GetGo Kitchen Lead, you will exceed customer and Team Member needs and expectations by providing safe, efficient, accurate and pleasant food service. You will also provide...

Theater Kitchen Manager

  • Fort Lee, NJ (23 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ (23 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Kitchen Manager Salary Range $70K - $80K Accountable for food quality, consistency and production of all cuisines within the property's restaurant....

Montvale - Kitchen Lead

  • Montvale, NJ (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Montvale, NJ (18 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Morristown - Kitchen Lead

  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Montclair - Kitchen Lead

  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Jersey City - Kitchen Lead

  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Butler, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Butler, NJ

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Butler, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Butler, NJ 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 Butler, NJ
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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