Kitchen Manager Jobs in Columbus, 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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Catering/Chef Manager - Camden School Nutrition

  • Camden, NJ (24 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (24 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

management (school food service or institutional setting a plus) Strong cooking skills with a focus on scratch preparation and batch cooking Knowledge of USDA school meal requirements, production planning...

Chef Manager - Camden School Nutrition

  • Camden, NJ (24 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (24 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

management (school food service or institutional setting a plus) Strong cooking skills with a focus on scratch preparation and batch cooking Knowledge of USDA school meal requirements, production planning...

Kitchen Leader

  • Burlington, NJ (7 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (7 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 06/23/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250526 StoreID 03991...

Chef Manager

  • Jenkintown, PA (21 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jenkintown, PA (21 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 8 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

  • Camden, NJ (24 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (24 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

We are hiring a Kitchen Manager!...

Kitchen Manager

  • Bellmawr, NJ (24 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bellmawr, NJ (24 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

The main objective of the Kitchen Manager, also know as the Food Service Leader (FSL) in this job description, is to manage all areas of the food service and beverage operation....

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Princeton, NJ (22 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (22 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

un Kitchen Supervisor (Princeton) image 1 of 1 compensation: Starting @ $18+ employment type: job title: Kitchen supervisor Join our Classic Cafe family! NO NIGHTS NO WEEKENDS Immediate...

PM Kitchen Supervisor - Full Time

  • Langhorne, PA (13 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (13 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Food Quality/Consistency Ensure recipe accuracy and yields. Spot check and test product throughout the kitchen....

Kitchen Manager (Trenton, NJ)

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

About the Role: As Kitchen Manager, you will be the cornerstone of our culinary operationsoverseeing kitchen execution, guiding team performance, and upholding the highest standards of food quality,...

Marlton - Kitchen Lead

  • Marlton, NJ (18 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marlton, NJ (18 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Chef Manager - Potential New Business - Princeton, NJ

  • Princeton, NJ (22 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (22 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Chef Manager - Potential New Business - Princeton,

  • Princeton, NJ (22 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (22 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Kitchen Manager

  • Willow Grove, PA (23 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Willow Grove, PA (23 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Compensation Range $55,000 - $70,000 / Year Compensation may include base salary and geographic differential. This position is bonus eligible. Job Description You are a seasoned restaurant leader,...

Senior Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager

  • Princeton, NJ (22 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (22 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 90+ 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...

Sous Chef

  • Bensalem, PA (13 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bensalem, PA (13 miles from Columbus, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Invite a friend Job Description Supervise and participate in kitchen operations effectively to ensure that kitchen employees have the support and resources they need to deliver a top quality food...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Columbus, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Columbus, 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
6.4%
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 Columbus, 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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