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How much does a Kitchen Operations Manager make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Kitchen Operations Manager in the United States is $29 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $25 and $34. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Kitchen Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Kitchen Operations Manager Salary $22 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Kitchen Operations Manager Salary $25 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Kitchen Operations Manager Salary $29 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Kitchen Operations Manager Salary $34 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Kitchen Operations Manager Salary $38 US March 26, 2024
25% $25 10% $22 90% $38 75% $34 $29 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Kitchen Operations Manager is responsible for employees' training. Manages the daily operations of the kitchen, which may include but not limited to: accounting, finance, staff working schedule, inventory control and equipment supplies. Being a Kitchen Operations Manager requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Oversees other departments that contribute to the operations of the kitchen. In addition, Kitchen Operations Manager typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Kitchen Operations Manager supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Thorough knowledge of department processes. Working as a Kitchen Operations Manager typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Assistant Chef

    3 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Kitchen Operations Manager

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Head Chef


    Bachelor's Degree

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