Kitchen Manager Jobs in Smyrna, TN

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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Catering Culinary Supervisor, Bridgestone Arena

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring a part-time Culinary Supervisor to join our team at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Our ideal Culinary Supervisor is an experienced...

PM Culinary Supervisor

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 21 hours ago

quality, presentation, safety, and cleanliness standards are met....

Catering Culinary Supervisor

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring a part-time Culinary Supervisor to join our team at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Our ideal Culinary Supervisor is an experienced...

Kitchen Manager - One Church Calvary

  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 5 days ago

The Kitchen Manager/Cook is responsible for the general supervision of the nutrition program and all related food services of the school, and for the supervision of all custodial services necessary...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Degree in culinary arts or related field preferred. Minimum 5 years experience as Sous Chef; previous management experience required....

BetMGM Lounge Culinary Supervisor, Bridgestone Arena

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring part-time Culinary Supervisors to join our team at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Our ideal Culinary Supervisor is an experienced...

Kitchen Manager - No Late Nights and Holidays Off

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 days ago

We're seeking passionate Kitchen Managers who want a leadership role without sacrificing work-life balance. If this sounds like you, please apply today!...

Kitchen Manager

  • Brentwood, TN (15 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN (15 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 days ago

Kitchen Manager Benefits and Compensation: Competitive base salary up to $65,000 Health benefits package Paid time off and vacation Complimentary staff meals every shift Career advancement opportunities...

BetMGM Lounge Culinary Supervisor

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 9 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring part-time Culinary Supervisors to join our team at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Our ideal Culinary Supervisor is an experienced...

Kitchen Leader

  • Madison, TN (22 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Madison, TN (22 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 12 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...

Senior Kitchen Manager

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 15 days ago

TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST Ensure excellence in food quality, portioning, speed, and waste control. Lead daily Taste Plate coaching and follow-up to uphold menu standards....

Executive Sous Chef Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Franklin, TN

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 18 days ago

Executive Sous Chef Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Franklin, TN Assists the Executive Chef in all kitchen functions and maintaining the highest quality levels of the food industry. Must possess...

Kitchen Manager

  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 18 days ago

As a Kitchen Manager your responsibilities would include: Supervising and overseeing the production and preparation of food in a manner consistent with established recipes and procedures In conjunction...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 19 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details We are looking for an Executive Sous Chef to join our team at Geist. Great starting salary, 3 weeks PTO, contribution to health insurance, and...

Senior Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 19 days ago

Hiring immediately for full-time Senior Sous Chef or Senior Kitchen Manager or Chef De Cuisine: Benefits We Offer: Eligible for medical, dental, 401(K) retirement plan and paid time off Competitive...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Smyrna, TN

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Smyrna, TN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.6%
High School or GED
24.2%
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 Smyrna, TN
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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