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The Mint Dispensary

Kitchen Manager - Tempe

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Director of Compliance FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Kitchen Location: 5210 S Priest Drive, Guadalupe, Arizona 85283 Position Summary: The kitchen manager will oversee daily back-of-house ...

Chick-fil-A

Cook/Food Prep - Stapley Drive

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Work safely around kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues to the Kitchen Director * Maintain professional knowledge by completing in-house training * Always adhere to all company ...

Wesley Community and Health Centers

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Kitchen Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Direct and oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring the efficient preparation, service, and storage of nutritious meals while maintaining exceptional standards of food quality, safety, sanitation ...

Native Grill & Wings

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

Native Grill & Wings

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

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Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

New

Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

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Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Queen Creek, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

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Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Queen Creek, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

New

Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

New

Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

New

Native Grill & Wings

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Mesa, AZ

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

New

Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

New

Spickler NGW LLC

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

Assistant Kitchen Manager Love wings and sports? Join our family, have fun and take pride in your ... Directing work for employees including setting hours and weekly schedules and assigning tasks ...

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What is a kitchen director?

A Kitchen Director is a professional responsible for overseeing the overall operations of a kitchen, typically in a restaurant, hotel, or catering facility. Their duties include managing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and safety standards, creating menus, ordering supplies, and controlling costs. Kitchen Directors play a crucial role in maintaining efficient kitchen workflows, upholding health and safety regulations, and delivering a high-quality dining experience to customers.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a kitchen director?

To thrive as a Kitchen Director, you need strong culinary expertise, leadership experience, and a background in food safety, often supported by a culinary degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with inventory management systems, scheduling software, and certifications like ServSafe are typically required. Exceptional organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to motivate teams are vital soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure efficient kitchen operations, high food quality, and a positive work environment, all of which are essential for customer satisfaction and business success.

What challenges does a kitchen director face in managing a large kitchen staff?

A Kitchen Director often encounters challenges such as balancing efficient workflow with high food quality, managing labor schedules to meet varying demand, and fostering clear communication among staff from diverse backgrounds. Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations while maintaining a positive team environment can also be demanding, especially during peak service hours. Proactive leadership, regular staff training, and effective delegation are key to overcoming these challenges and ensuring smooth kitchen operations.

What is the difference between Kitchen Director vs Kitchen Manager?

AspectKitchen DirectorKitchen Manager
CredentialsOften requires culinary degree or extensive experienceTypically requires culinary certification or related experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple kitchens or large food service operationsManages daily operations of a single kitchen or restaurant
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, staff management, budgeting, and high-level oversightSupervises kitchen staff, ensures food quality, manages schedules

The Kitchen Director generally holds a higher-level, strategic role overseeing multiple kitchens or large operations, requiring broader experience and credentials. The Kitchen Manager focuses on daily kitchen operations, staff supervision, and food quality within a single location. Both roles are essential in food service but differ mainly in scope and responsibility.

What are the most commonly searched types of Kitchen jobs in Arizona?

The most popular types of Kitchen jobs in Arizona are:

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Kitchen Director jobs?

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KITCHEN MANAGER

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

LOVECRAFT BEER SHOP AND ALE HOUSE
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$58K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Kitchen Manager, you will oversee all back-of-house operations including prepping and cooking on the line,  leading kitchen staff, managing food inventory and costs, ensuring strict food safety compliance, and maintaining high food quality and presentation standards.
PAY DESCRIPTION:
  • $58,000 +$70,000 with Bonus
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU MUST:
  • Be a genuine, grounded and good human
  • Bring unmatched love, passion, and commitment to making others feel valued and appreciated
  • Maintain a sharp attention to detail while upholding high standards 
  • Support, work alongside, serve, and elevate your team every day
  • Create and share positive energy in the kitchen
  • Stay calm, composed, and solution-focused under pressure
  • Operate with a sense of urgency
  • Seek out new opportunities and innovative approaches to challenges
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Actively Work: Lead daily kitchen operations through active, hands-on management, including food preparation, line cooking, quality control, and service support. This is a working management position requiring direct involvement in day-to-day kitchen operations and requires closing shifts. 
  • Staff Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise line cooks, prep staff, and dishwashers to maintain efficiency during shifts. Fill in as needed when staffing is short.
  • Inventory & Ordering: Monitor stock levels, order ingredients, and set par levels to prevent shortages and reduce waste.
  • Quality Control: Ensure all meals leave the kitchen properly cooked, portioned, attractively plated, and within established recipe guidelines.
  • Safety & Sanitation: Enforce health department codes, maintain a clean workspace, and ensure all staff handle food safely.
  • Cost Control: Monitor labor and food costs to meet budgetary goals and ensure profitability.
YOUR BENEFITS
  • Free Meals 
  • Health Care Matching
  • PTO/Vacation 
  • Growth Bonus
  • Earned paid sick time
  • Thanksgiving and Christmas Off
REQUIRMENTS: 
  • Proven Track Record: A resume demonstrating long-term, consistent employment, reliability, and professional growth in previous roles.
  • Experience: 3–5 years of supervisory and kitchen management roles
  • Degrees and Certifications: 
    • Valid Food Protection Manager certification
    • Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Culinary, Hospitality, Management, or Business (preferred not required)
  • Skills: Strong inventory management, organizational abilities, and proficiency in kitchen management software.
  • Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs. 
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT LOVECRAFT
LOVECRAFT is a locally owned neighborhood restaurant where passion, creativity, and scratch-made cooking come together every day. We’re known for our prime in-house smoked meats and New Mexican inspired Hatch chile flavors. We’ve been thriving since 2018 with a strong 4.7-star rating and 1,300 Google reviews!
If you’re energized by collaboration, love building strong teams, and get excited about being part of a unique locally-owned concept you’ll feel right at home here. You’ll work closely with the General Manager and Owners, with a real voice in the operations of the kitchen, increasing revenue, crafting standout dining experiences, and bringing special events and chef-driven dinners to life.
This is more than a job, it’s a chance to step into our first Kitchen Manager role and help define it. You’ll have the freedom to shape the position, grow your impact, and make your mark in a restaurant that values creativity, community, and momentum.
We’re ready to take things to the next level, and we’re excited to meet someone who’s eager to help lead that next chapter with us.