Kitchen Manager Jobs in Washington

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

  • Port Angeles, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Port Angeles, WA
  • 13 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...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

The SSA Group at the Museum of Pop Culture is looking for a talented Executive Sous Chef to join our team! EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural...

Kitchen Manager / Lead Line Cook - Breakfast & Lunch!

  • Edmonds, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Edmonds, WA
  • 3 days ago

Kitchen Manager / Lead Line Cook - Breakfast & Lunch!...

Now Hiring Entry Level Kitchen Management

  • Bothell, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bothell, WA
  • 3 days ago

Hiring Entry Level Kitchen Management McMenamins Anderson School View Business Details KITCHEN FULL-TIME 22-25.66/HR + TIPS BOTHELL Benefit-eligible position including medical, vision, dental,...

Kitchen Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

Conduct regular audits on shift taskpletion, recipe adnce, line execution, and food quality to promote operational consistency....

Central Kitchen Lead Helper (For Eligible Internal Bidders Only)

  • Puyallup, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA
  • 3 days ago

CENTRAL KITCHEN LEAD HELPER (FOR ELIGIBLE INTERNAL BIDDERS ONLY) Puyallup School District - 3.9 Puyallup, WA Job Details Estimated: $47.3K - $56.7K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Mid-level Full...

Kitchen Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

The Kitchen Manager also maintains menu options and recipes....

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 3 days ago

Do you want to work for a great company with competitive benefits and pay? The Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle North Lynnwood is looking to hire a Kitchen Supervisor. The ideal candidate will...

Kitchen Manager (2025-26)

  • Everett, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 5 days ago

Kitchen Manager (2025-26) JobID: 7816 Position Type: Food & Nutrition Services/Kitchen Manager - High School Date Posted: 6/26/2025 Location: HM Jackson High Closing Date: Open Until Filled 8.0 Hour...

Kitchen Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago

EMPLOYER**: Sam's Tavern **WORKSITE ADDRESS**: 400 9^TH^ Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98119 **WAGES**: $40,955 per year **JOB DESCRIPTION**: Provide general kitchen and restaurant support, including food...

Catering Kitchen Manager/ Chef

  • Ferndale, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Ferndale, WA
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Kitchen Manager to oversee our fast-paced corporate catering kitchen....

Executive Sous Chef

  • Seatac, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seatac, WA
  • 8 days ago

Incentives Paid Airport Parking What You'll Do be responsible for menu compliance, cooking, food production, food quality/presentation, safety/sanitation; ensure Sodexo Culinary standards including...

Kitchen Manager, East Valley High School

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 10 days ago

Kitchen Manager, East Valley High School East Valley School District 361 East Valley High School - Spokane Valley, Washington This job is also posted in East Valley School District #361 - Spokane Valley...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago

Monitor food quality and safety standards, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with health regulations....

Executive Sous Chef - Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park

  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago

Monitor food quality and safety standards, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with health regulations....

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Washington

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 Washington 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 Washington
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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