Kitchen Manager Jobs in Clayton, NC

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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Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 11 hours ago

Our Kitchen Manager fosters a culture that continuously strives for improvement and embraces a better for being here mentality....

Kitchen Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 15 hours ago

Direct Report(s): Hourly Leads/Team Members Reports To: General Manager & Assistant General Manager (As Applicable) Job Responsibilities: As the Kitchen Manager, you will drive the daily culinary operations...

Culinary Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 23 hours ago

Manager will include: Directing and checking the progress of the prep staff and checking for food quality and consistency Assisting in the hiring and training of back-of-the-house employees Implementing...

Raleigh North Hills - Kitchen Lead

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

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

Executive Sous Chef

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring a Sous Chef! Responsibilities: · Trains all associates in the kitchen how to perform their job duties to the best of their abilities, including plate presentation, display work and...

Hiring Kitchen Manager - Starts @ 50k/Yr DOE

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Description Direct Report(s): Hourly Leads/Team Members Reports To: General Manager & Assistant General Manager (As Applicable) Job Responsibilities: As the Kitchen Manager, you will drive the daily...

Chef Manager- Raleigh, NC

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 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:...

Kitchen Leader

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 04/26/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250421 StoreID 00826...

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

In this role as Kitchen Manager, you are responsible for food production and operating the Back-of-the-House using Golden Corral products, recipes, procedures and company systems to ensure that the...

Culinary Supervisor - Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

The Role The Culinary Supervisor position will report to the Concessions Chef and will be responsible to coordinate the day to day operations of the Concessions kitchens. Company Overview: Legends...

Chef Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 90+ 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...

Banquet Sous Chef

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Menu development for the a la carte and banquet menus. Adhere to all cleaning schedules and duties set up by the Executive Chef. About You: 2 - 3 years of experience as a Sous Chef....

Sous Chef

  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Procure the highest quality product to create unforgettable dishes while overseeing service and food quality on the line....

Kitchen Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Your specific duties as a Restaurant Kitchen Manager will include: Directing and checking the progress of the prep staff and checking for food quality and consistency Assisting...

Demographic Data for Clayton, NC

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Clayton, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Clayton, NC 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 Clayton, NC
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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