Kitchen Manager Jobs in Fuquay Varina, 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.

1-15 of 15 Jobs

K's Kitchen Lead Representative

  • Sanford, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Sanford, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 4 hours ago

RESTAURANT SHIFT LEAD, RESTAURANT OPERATIONS This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed in this position and it is not intended to contain or be interpreted...

Kitchen Leader

  • Holly Springs, NC (4 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (4 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Job Restaurant Management Job Posting 06/15/2025 Job Number JR-2... RefreshID JR-2..._20250526 StoreID 04167...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Morrison Healthcare Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison's...

Kitchen Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 5 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,...

Chef Manager

  • Clayton, NC (21 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Clayton, NC (21 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Assist to manage and supervise up to 80 associates in the Fresh Foods Department. Is responsible for assisting the Department Manager with the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of...

Culinary Supervisor

  • Cary, NC (15 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Cary, NC (15 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 18 days ago

The Culinary Supervisor assists in the supervision of kitchen operations to ensure a high quality culinary experience for our residents. As a liaison between the kitchen and the dining room, the...

Kitchen Coordinator

  • Durham, NC (24 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Durham, NC (24 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 24 days ago

quality standards Communicate cordially, effectively and clearly with co-workers Perform varied duties to ensure proper back of house operation according to standing operating procedure Requirements...

K's Kitchen Lead

  • Sanford, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sanford, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

RESTAURANT SHIFT LEAD, RESTAURANT OPERATIONS This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed in this position and it is not intended to contain or be interpreted...

Ks Kitchen Lead Representative

  • Sanford, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sanford, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

RESTAURANT SHIFT LEAD, RESTAURANT OPERATIONS This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed in this position and it is not intended to contain or be interpreted...

Raleigh North Hills - Kitchen Lead

  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Ks Kitchen Lead

  • Sanford, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sanford, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

RESTAURANT SHIFT LEAD, RESTAURANT OPERATIONS This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed in this position and it is not intended to contain or be interpreted...

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

As a member of the restaurant operations management team, you are also responsible for the restaurant's overall operations, including food quality, production, safety, and labor in absence of the General...

Sous Chef

  • Morrisville, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance Are you ready to elevate your...

Kitchen Manager

  • Morrisville, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (22 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Kitchen Manager Responsibility: Managing inventory so that all necessary ingredients are stocked for service Hiring new staff and providing training to facilitate quick acclimation Streamlining the...

Banquet Sous Chef

  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (19 miles from Fuquay Varina, 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....

Demographic Data for Fuquay Varina, NC

Moving to Fuquay Varina, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Fuquay Varina, NC below.


Local
National
56,089
1,074
Medium

Kitchen Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitality curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Kitchen Chemistry
This seminar is designed to be an experimental and hands-on approach to applied chemistry (as seen in cooking). Cooking may be the oldest and most widespread application of chemistry and recipes...
Introduction to DevSecOps for Managers
Get an overview of the history, terminology, processes, and tools used to adopt Continuous Delivery and DevSecOps within any organization. "Introduction to DevSecOps for Managers" is being offered...
Influencing and Communication Skills for Managers
As a manager, its vital to understand both the importance of communication at work, as well as the drawbacks of miscommunication. This influencing and communication training course will equip...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Fuquay Varina, NC

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 Fuquay Varina, 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
6.3%
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 Fuquay Varina, 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%



Kitchen Manager Related Career Advice Articles

Confident restaurant manager
Think You Want to Be a Restaurant Manager? Read This First.

Considering a career in restaurant management? Read iHireHospitality’s primer and learn about a restaurant manager’s daily duties and responsibilities.

Read article »
happy female restaurant manager on the phone while looking at her tablet
9 Cities With Exciting Hospitality Management Jobs

Check out our guide to some of the best locations in the US for hotel management jobs, restaurant management jobs, and other hospitality careers.

Read article »