Kitchen Manager Jobs in Kennett Square, PA

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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Ardmore - Kitchen Lead

  • Ardmore, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ardmore, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Wayne - Kitchen Lead

  • Radnor, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Radnor, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Executive Sous Chef

  • Wayne, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wayne, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Come join The Amada Leadership Team! We are built on a foundation of deeply rooted Latin culture, cooking, and hospitality. As an established...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • New Castle, DE (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Castle, DE (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Join the Dash In Team as a Kitchen Supervisor: Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that creates greatness every day? Dash In, a division of the Wills Group, is Great Place to Work Certified...

Culinary Director of Events

  • Wayne, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wayne, PA (21 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Menu Development: Design innovative and high-quality menus tailored to the specific needs and preferences of clients....

Chef Manager

  • Newtown Square, PA (16 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (16 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 11 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...

Chef Manager (Corporate Food Services) - PA

  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 22 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...

Project Manager Kitchen and Bath Remodel

  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (15 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 28 days ago

Project Manager - Field Supervisor Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling Job Overview: Our growing kitchen and bathroom remodeling company seeks a dedicated and detail-oriented Project Manager to...

Kitchen Leader

  • Royersford, PA (24 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Royersford, PA (24 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 30+ days 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...

Sous Chef (Harrah's Philadelphia)

  • Chester, PA (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chester, PA (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Serves as a dynamic and energetic leader, while fostering teamwork, employee morale, motivation and open communication. Establishes self as highly credible...

Sous Chef - Food Hall

  • King of Prussia, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the...

Sous Chef

  • Haverford, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Haverford, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships...

Kitchen Coordinator

  • King of Prussia, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 90+ 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...

Kitchen Supervisor Full-Time Subaru Park

  • Chester, PA (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chester, PA (17 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Assistant Culinary Manager

  • King of Prussia, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (23 miles from Kennett Square, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

An ideal candidate should be a leader with a coaching attitude who enjoys helping the restaurant management team and team members run efficient back-of-house operations....

Demographic Data for Kennett Square, PA

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Kennett Square, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Kennett Square, PA 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 Kennett Square, PA
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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