Kitchen Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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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Line Cook

  • Southern Pines, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Southern Pines, NC
  • 8 days ago

Produce food that is top quality, and the kitchen and equipment are kept in good condition Offer suggestions and creative ideas that can approve upon the kitchen’s performance Contribute to menu planning...

Kitchen Leader

  • Hickory, NC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 6 hours ago

WHAT YOULL DO In addition to following Chipotles policies and procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, and...

SUPERICA EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF UP TO $80K/yr. + BONUS (South End)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 10 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details At Rocket Farm Restaurants, the core philosophy that defines our culture is We serve the person who is serving the guest. Our culture is not...

Kitchen Manager Needed

  • Lake Lure, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Lure, NC
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a speed-demon, multitasking-maniac -- a skilled kitchen worker to join our awesome team. This position will require a quick learner, a problem solver, and a very confident...

Kitchen Manager

  • Hickory, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 2 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...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

quality, cleanliness and sanitation, as it pertains to back of house operations....

District Support Sr. Chef Manager - Durham, NC

  • Durham, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 3 days ago

Duties also include menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food cost controls, maintaining sanitation standards, and personnel management to include hiring, mentoring, counseling, training...

Chef Manager Trainee

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 3 days ago

Manage and supervise up to 80 associates in the Fresh Foods Department. Is responsible for with the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this department. Carry out supervisory...

Back of House Supervisor - Lake Norman

  • Huntersville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Pet Paradise is looking for pet people with leadership experience and growth potential to fill our open Resort Supervisor position. Starting Rate: $16.50/hour ($0.50 increase 6 months from hire...

Kitchen Manager

  • Sunset Beach, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Sunset Beach, NC
  • 3 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....

Assistant Manager - Kitchen - #915

  • Conover, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Conover, NC
  • 8 days ago

Additional $1.50/hr. for working 10pm-6am OVERVIEW Do you have great attention-to-detail? Someone who can see allll the moving partz that come together to make a BIG project successful? If so,...

Assistant Manager - Kitchen - #911

  • Arden, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Arden, NC
  • 8 days ago

Additional $1.50/hr. for working 10pm-6am OVERVIEW Do you have great attention-to-detail? Someone who can see allll the moving partz that come together to make a BIG project successful? If so,...

Chef Manager- YMCA Camp Kanata

  • Wake Forest, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC
  • 9 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:...

Full Time Chef Manager

  • Asheville, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 9 days ago

Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs, exceeding their expectations, and making every shopping visit a pleasant and satisfying...

Sr Chef Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 9 days ago

You will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and lead a team dedicated to excellence in both food quality and service....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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