Top 29 Kitchen manager Jobs in Santa Cruz, Ca

Pastry Chef/ Kitchen Manager
The Glass Jar —Santa Cruz, CA
- $70,304 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Recruiting
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Assistant Kitchen Manager
MOUNT HERMON ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED —Mount Hermon, CA
- $18.95 - $28.69 an hour
- Overtime
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
Ponderosa Kitchen Manager/Chef
MOUNT HERMON ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED —Mount Hermon, CA
- $20.53 - $30.27 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- ServSafe
- English
Chef/Food & Beverage Manager - Courtyard by Marriott, Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ HOTEL LP —Santa Cruz, CA
- Full-time
- Bar
- Sales
- Mid-level
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Chef Manager
CCL Hospitality Group —Santa Cruz, CA
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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23h
Kitchen & BBQ Supervisor
Roaring Camp Railroads —Felton, CA
- $70,304 - $75,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Famous Dave's —San Jose, CA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- 3 years
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Chef de Partie (Station Lead)
1440 Multiversity —Scotts Valley, CA
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Training & development
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
12d
KITCHEN MANAGER I
Din Tai Fung North America —Santa Clara, CA
- $82,500 - $110,300 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Management
- Cooking
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Assistant Manager BOH - San Jose, CA
Fogo de Chao Churrascaria (San Jose) LLC —San Jose, CA
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
The Breakfast Club - Campbell —Campbell, CA
- From $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- In-person
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7d
BAOLICIOUS - Modern Asian Kitchen -Manager
88 Bao Bao Morgan Hill —Morgan Hill, CA
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- In-person
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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12d
Prepared Foods Department Supervisor (Culinary, Deli) - Full Time
Whole Foods Market —Los Gatos, CA
- $19.50 - $30.20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Math
- Store discount
- Paid time off
Back of House (Kitchen) Team Leader
Chick-fil-A —Morgan Hill, CA
- $24 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Inventory management
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning - Lead Technician
HOODZ —San Jose, CA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Clean driving record
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Culinary Services Supervisor
Marbella San Jose —San Jose, CA
- $23.50 - $25.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
PM Lead Cook
Troon —San Jose, CA
- $25 an hour
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
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Head Chef
JOEY Restaurants —Santa Clara, CA
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Management
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Kitchen Service Supervisor
T&T Supermarket —San Jose, CA
- $24 - $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Paid training
- AD&D insurance
Manager FOH/BOH
Delicious Food Enterprises —Campbell, CA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- No education required
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Quick Apply

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Pastry Chef/ Kitchen Manager

The Glass Jar -
Santa Cruz, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,304 - $80,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Pasteurizer
Labor cost analysis
Team management
Kitchen staff training
Managing kitchen staff
Baked goods production
Food ordering
Restaurant cost management
Production documentation

Full Job Description

Job Information

Industry

Restaurant/Food Services

Date Opened

06/30/2026

Job Type

Full time

Salary

$70,304.00 - $80,000.00 per year salaried exempt, PTO, Health Insurance

Work Experience

2+ years

City

Santa Cruz

Country

United States

State/Province

California

Zip/Postal Code

95060

Job Description

The Penny Ice Creamery | Made From Scratch

www.thepennyicecreamery.com

The Penny Ice Creamery is the only ice cream shop in Santa Cruz that makes ice cream completely from scratch, in house, using local and organic ingredients. We strive to share our passion for local sourcing and sustainability, and to bring some simple deliciousness and sweet moments into our lives and to our communities.

The Penny Ice Creamery Pastry Chef/ Kitchen Manager oversees, directs, and executes all production needs in the Penny kitchen in Downtown Santa Cruz (913 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060).

This individual possesses enthusiasm and passion for culinary and pastry arts. They are a hands-on “doer” that enjoys working with their hands to create delectable made-from-scratch treats. This person finds fulfillment in creating delicious artisanal ice cream, sorbet, and confections every day, with the drive and adaptability to manage a high-volume production kitchen.

The Pastry Chef/ Kitchen Manager works closely and collaboratively with Owner & Chef Kendra Baker on menu, recipe development and timely execution of all production. The Pastry Chef/ Kitchen Manager serves as the primary role model for kitchen staff and are a fastidious example of work ethic, commitment, and professionalism.

The Penny Ice Creamery Pastry Chef/ Kitchen Manager operates all kitchen equipment including our Emery Thompson Batch Ice Cream Freezer and our Pasteurizer. Once this person is hired and trained in making ice cream, they'll be trained how to pasteurize. This person must then pass a proctored exam with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to obtain a pasteurization license. Anyone with a current pasteurization license is encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Production Duties:

Produce fresh and delicious ice cream, sorbet, baked goods and confections (including a wide array of confections for each flavor, specials and toppings, praline, toffee, homemade chocolate and caramel sauces, cookies, balsamic reduction, fruit syrups, lemon curd, fruit compotes, meringue, homemade marshmallows, etc.) each day to ensure the completion of all production for The Penny Ice Creamery.
Become a licensed Pasteurizer (with the use of our training materials) and receive a passing score on the CDFA proctored exam.
Maintain inventory and ordering systems to produce what's needed each day.
Oversee and execute ordering of all ingredients needed for production, utilizing ingredients from local farms and artisans with organic and sustainable principles.
Maintain, improve and develop kitchen systems.
Perform ongoing cost of goods analysis.
Maintain detailed recipe and systems documentation.
Communicate relevant information to the front of the house in an effective and friendly manner.
Follow health, safety and sanitation guidelines with care at all times.
Keep kitchen areas inviting, clean, and organized at all times.

Management of Employees:

Assist in determining labor needs; assist in scheduling for The Penny production kitchen.
Perform ongoing labor cost analysis.
Assist in interviewing and hiring employees and interns to execute the kitchen operations.
Contribute to development of training systems and implementation.
Execute all training and/or retraining of kitchen staff.
Assist in time management for kitchen staff.
Lead the kitchen team effectively while maintaining production for The Penny Ice Creamery.

General Management Duties:

Represent the business including: know, understand, and be able to communicate in an approachable and accessible manner all aspects of the business; understand aesthetics and company philosophy; and maintain a professional presence.
Support all operations including: troubleshooting problems with customers, logistics, orders, and infrastructure; assist with special events both within and away (conventions, etc.) from the shop.
Systems including: refining and improving systems on an ongoing basis, developing new systems as needed. Creating and maintaining system documentation.
Update job knowledge particularly as related to the farming community by participating in educational opportunities; reading relevant publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional events and organizations.
Bring new ideas, initiatives, projects, suggestions, and constructive criticisms to senior management.

Benefits

Perks & Benefits Include:

Competitive Compensation
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Opportunities for Advancement
Company Outings and Gatherings
Discounts at Select Local Businesses
Paid, Hands-On Training
CalSavers Retirement Savings Program

The Glass Jar which includes The Penny Ice Creamery and The Picnic Basket, was founded in Santa Cruz, CA in 2010 with a focus on made from scratch deliciousness, locally sourced ingredients and community.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At The Glass Jar, Inc., we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Glass Jar, Inc. believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

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