Kitchen Manager Jobs in Portland, OR

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 Leader

  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 16 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...

Kitchen Manager

  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 6 days ago

Paul's Restaurant in Vancouver is looking for an experienced kitchen manager. We are looking for someone who can make deliciouse food and manage the daily opperations....

Kitchen Manager

  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago

Their focus is on managing the brand, ensuring food quality meets the brand expectation, managing inventory, and controlling costs as it relates to product and labor to ensure budgets are met in the...

Executive Kitchen Manager

  • Tigard, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 11 days ago
  • Tigard, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 11 days ago

They take full ownership of back-of-house operations, leading kitchen staff, managing inventory, controlling costs, and maintaining high standards for food quality, safety, and cleanliness....

Kitchen Manager

  • Portland, OR
  • 15 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 15 days ago

BLOSSOMING LOTUS CAFE & JUICE BAR KITCHEN MANAGER Looking for an organized, responsible and communicative food professional passionate about Food as Medicine....

Kitchen Manager

  • Portland, OR
  • 16 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 16 days ago

To apply online go to: Kitchen Manager To apply in person go to 30 SW 2 nd Ave., Portland, Oregon 97204. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you....

Executive Sous Chef

  • Portland, OR
  • 22 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 22 days ago

At least 2 years of Culinary Management experience in an upscale / fine dining establishment Strong knowledge and attention to detail on back of the house operations including staff supervision, inventory...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Assist the restaurant in meeting the financial targets while achieving the food quality service objectives....

Sous Chef PM

  • Portland, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 45+ days ago

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland 525 SW Morrison Portland, OR 97204 331 Room Hotel Managed By Sage Hospitality Group Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Lead culinary functions to meet food quality goals, meet financial goals, facilities maintenance, and personnel development objectives....

Executive Chef ( Providence Williamette Falls Hosp) Oregon City Or

  • Oregon City, OR (15 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oregon City, OR (15 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 45+ days ago

Salary: $70000-$80000 Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade: 12 Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600...

Culinary Supervisor - RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater

  • Ridgefield, WA (20 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ridgefield, WA (20 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 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...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Portland, OR

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 Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR
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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