Culinary Operations Manager Jobs in Florida

A Culinary Operations Manager plays a critical role in the chef industry by overseeing the operations in a professional kitchen or a food service establishment. They are responsible for managing the kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and presentation meets the standards, creating and supervising menus, and managing the budget and financial plans related to the kitchen or restaurant. They also need to ensure all health and safety regulations are adhered to. Furthermore, they coordinate with the chef for daily operations, customer service, and even marketing strategies.

For a successful career as a Culinary Operations Manager, a candidate should possess great leadership and organizational skills along with the ability to work under pressure. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are also key for efficient team coordination and conflict resolution. They should be competent in budget management and have a good understanding of food sanitation regulations. Some important certifications include a degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management, and certifications like Certified Foodservice Management Professional (FMP) or ServSafe Food Handler. Prior job roles that can lead to becoming a Culinary Operations Manager can include sous chef, kitchen manager, or restaurant manager.

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Company Information: The Golden Lion Cafe is an award winning family owned and operated destination restaurant in located in Flagler Beach, Florida. Serving fresh seafood and tropical drinks, with...

Restaurant General Manager

About The 406 Restaurant: Located in a beautifully restored home, The 406 Restaurant offers an upscale yet approachable dining experience in the heart of Live Oak, Florida. Our menu features...

Restaurant Manager

  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 4 hours ago

RESTAURANT MANAGER Reports to: General Manager Summary of Company SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more....

Restaurant Manager- Terralina Crafted Italian

  • Orlando, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Levy Sector Salary: $52,000-$57,000 Depending on experience Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning...

Restaurant Manager

  • Sanford, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Sanford, FL
  • 1 day ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table At Cracker Barrel, our managers play a vital role in caring for our employees and guests. Through...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago

When you join the KFC Brand, you join our Family! Our KFC Family takes pride in our high quality standards, southern-inspired hospitality and serving guests our world-famous chicken! We have a...

Hiring Now: Chef / Kitchen Manager Build a Dream Team!

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago

Bushwackers Landing (Pensacola, FL) is opening soon and looking for a Chef/Back of House Manager to build and lead a brand-new kitchen team! What We're Looking For: 35+ years chef/kitchen manager...

Assistant Kitchen Manager

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Looking for an Assistant Kitchen Manager Experience with fryers and grills a must. You will be helping Kitchen Manager in overseeing kitchen operations, managing staff, and ensuring food quality...

Restaurant Manager

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 1 day ago

We are searching for talented, hardworking, and hospitality driven individuals who can help us create a lively, warm welcoming environment. We want to work with motivated people who want to learn,...

Kitchen Manager

  • Temple Terrace, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Temple Terrace, FL
  • 1 day ago

What you'll do WHY WENDY’S? Families come in all shapes and sizes, that includes the Wendy’s family - the people you will work with as a Shift Manager. We get you. We got you....

Sales and Catering Manager

  • Key West, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Key West, FL
  • 1 day ago

WE ARE Ocean Key Resort and Spa is a 4 diamond award-winning resort in downtown Key West, FL. We are located in the heart of the action with exquisite sunsets and Mallory Square in our backyard....

Restaurant Manager- Terralina Crafted Italian

  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago

Salary: $52,000-$57,000 Depending on experience Different perspectives make us better. Were committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing...

Kitchen Manager

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

Overview Benefits : Extensive and well-rounded training program Continued career development and growth opportunities Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels Multiple...

_Restaurant Manager

  • Crestview, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Crestview, FL
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Chili's Managers are wired for hospitality! We're in the people business. So, we know how to make someone feel special, and our most successful Managers are passionate about...

The Embassy Suites Orlando Airport is hiring a Food and Beverage Manager to join the team! Our hotel, which features 174 guest rooms, is two miles from Orlando International Airport! Vista Fresh...

Demographic Data for Florida

Moving to Florida? Find some basic demographic data about Florida below.


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Culinary Operations Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Mastering the Culinary Art of Plating
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Salary for Culinary Operations Manager Jobs in Florida

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Culinary Operations Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Culinary Operations Managers in Florida offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
35.1%
Bachelor's Degree
27.6%
High School or GED
14.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.9%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Culinary Operations Managers in Florida
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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