Top 43 Kitchen manager Jobs in Grand Rapids, Mi

Production Lead (Lead Cook)
Creative Dining Services —Grand Rapids, MI
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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General Manager / Head Chef
Pizzeria Maria —Sparta, MI
- From $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
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Kitchen Manager
Rivertown Ridge —Grandville, MI
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Culinary Supervisor & Trainer
Mel Trotter Ministries —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Senior level
- Kitchen
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Head Chef
Vitale's of Comstock Park —Comstock Park, MI
- 8 hour shift
- In-person
- Senior level
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Baker/Kitchen Manager
High Tea —Grand Rapids, MI
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bakery
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Kitchen Manager / Chef
field & fire —Grand Rapids, MI
- $48,000 - $53,000 a year
- Google Workspace
- ServSafe
- 5 years
Kitchen Manager
Texas Roadhouse —Grandville, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
General Manager - Olga's Kitchen
Olga's Kitchen —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Restaurant management
- Mid-level
- Cleaning
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head Chef
MillerKnoll —Zeeland, MI
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- US work authorization
Kitchen Lead
West Ottawa Public Schools —Holland, MI
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Kitchen Manager/Chef
The Toasted Pickle —Rockford, MI
- $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- In-person
- 2 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Manager - Salary - Olga's Kitchen
Olga's Kitchen —Grand Rapids, MI
- $48,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Restaurant management
- Mid-level
- Cleaning
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
The Cheesecake Factory —Kentwood, MI
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Email
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Manager - Hourly - Olga's Kitchen
Olga's Kitchen —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Restaurant management
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Kitchen Manager
Carrabba's Italian Grill —Grandville, MI
- Mid-level
- 21 years or older
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Supervisor - Social Misfits
SOCIAL MISFITS - GR LLC —Grand Rapids, MI
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- English
- Mid-level
Kitchen Manager
San Chez Bistro —Grand Rapids, MI
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Kitchen Manager
Carrabba's Italian Grill —Grandville, MI
- Bilingual
- Hospitality
- Casual dining restaurant
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Head Cook
Byron Center Manor —Byron Center, MI
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Production Lead (Lead Cook)

Creative Dining Services -
Grand Rapids, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$19 - $23 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Teamwork
Operations management
ServSafe
Cooking
High school diploma or GED
Team development

Full Job Description

Lead with Passion. Cook with Purpose. Inspire Your Team. Calvin University is hiring a Production Lead!

Are you an experienced cook who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and enjoys leading others? We're looking for a Production Lead to help deliver exceptional food and an outstanding dining experience. If you're passionate about quality, teamwork, food safety, and mentoring others, we'd love to meet you.

As our Production Lead, you'll partner closely with the Production Manager and Chef Manager to ensure every meal is prepared with consistency, care, and excellence. You'll play a key leadership role in guiding the kitchen team, maintaining food quality and safety standards, and keeping daily operations running smoothly.

What You'll Do

Lead and support the kitchen production team during daily operations.
Prepare fresh, high-quality menu items using standardized recipes and batch cooking techniques.
Ensure food is prepared on time and meets our standards for taste, presentation, and quality.
Promote and enforce food safety, sanitation, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Assist with training and coaching new and existing team members.
Help maintain production records, temperature logs, and inventory documentation.
Ensure food is properly labeled, dated, and stored according to food safety standards.
Verify menu signage and allergen information before each service.
Monitor kitchen cleanliness and assign cleaning responsibilities to maintain an organized workspace.
Communicate equipment issues, staffing concerns, and operational needs promptly.
Support opening and closing kitchen procedures when scheduled.
Foster a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.

What We're Looking For

Minimum 2 years of professional cooking experience.
Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
ServSafe® Food Protection Certification and ServSafe® Allergen Certification required.
Bilingual skills are a plus.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

The Ideal Candidate

You are someone who:

Has a genuine passion for preparing exceptional food.
Leads by example with a positive, can-do attitude.
Enjoys mentoring and supporting teammates.
Stays calm, organized, and detail-oriented in a busy kitchen.
Takes pride in food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with diverse teams.
Is dependable, accountable, and committed to continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on leadership role in a commercial kitchen. Candidates should be comfortable working in hot, cold, and fast-paced environments and be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join Our Team?

At Creative Dining Services, we believe great food starts with great people. We value teamwork, integrity, hospitality, and a commitment to excellence. As a Production Lead, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact every day by leading a talented team, creating memorable dining experiences, and growing your career with an organization that invests in its people.

Ready to lead the kitchen and make a difference? Apply today and bring your passion for food and leadership to our team!

Company Overview

Creative Dining Services partners with educational institutions, corporate campuses, senior living communities, and other organizations to deliver innovative, community-focused hospitality and facility management services. We believe that dining and facility operations are more than just functions—they are social hubs that foster connection and culture.

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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