Kitchen Manager Jobs in Norfolk, VA

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 Manager

  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 3 days ago

This is the place to start the next phase of your restaurant management career....

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Hotel: Hampton Roads Embassy Suites 1700 Coliseum Drive Hampton, VA 23666 Kitchen Supervisor Full time Atrium SPIRIT where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence Whats in it...

Kitchen Manager 00491

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Working Title Kitchen Manager 00491 Role Title Food Service Manager I Position Number 00491 FLSA Non Exempt Appointment Type Full Time Type of Posting General Public Is Sensitive Position?...

Kitchen Supervisor - Becca Restaurant & Garden, The Historic Cavalier Hotel

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Responsible for insuring all kitchen employees are thoroughly trained on plate presentation, food quality, and consistency standards....

Chef Manager

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 16 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...

Chef Manager

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 18 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...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 18 days ago

Monitor food quality, expiration dates, and food cost tracking systems. Participate in monthly inventory and end-of-month reporting....

Executive Sous Chef - Orion's Roof, Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Drive guest satisfaction through menu creation, food quality standards and Associate scheduling and training....

Kitchen Manager - Wiseguy Pizza Atlantic Park

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

As the Kitchen Manager, you will play a crucial role in bringing our culinary vision to life, ensuring that every slice embodies the essence of our authentic, old-world pies....

Kitchen Supervisor - Milk & Honey VA Beach

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

operations, including staff management, guest interactions, and service quality....

Kitchen Manager

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Role Summary: The Kitchen Manager runs our busy back of house operations located in the restaurant within our theatre. They are the heart of our restaurant operations....

Executive Sous Chef

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Hotel: Norfolk Sheraton 777 Waterside Drive Norfolk, VA 23510 Executive Sous Chef Full time Atrium SPIRIT - where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence What's in it for you?...

Stewarding Supervisor

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

POSITION: Stewarding Supervisor DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage REPORTS TO: Executive Chef and Sous Chef FLSA STATUS: Hourly Summary This position oversees all Stewarding functions. Responsible for...

Kitchen Leader

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ 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

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

POSITION: Sous Chef DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage REPORTS TO: Executive Chef Summary This position is second in command over the culinary and stewarding departments and is responsible for purchasing...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Norfolk, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk, VA
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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