Top 310 Kitchen manager Jobs in Westfield, Nj

Assistant Operations Manager (Back of House Lead + Guest Services Support)
One Paw Away —Morristown, NJ
- $44,633.16 - $50,568.96 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Lead Kitchen Designer
Doca NYC —New York, NY
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Schematics
- Construction site
- Paid time off
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Lead Line Cook
clementina —Montclair, NJ
- $16 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
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Lead Recreational Chef & Operations Manager
The Institute Of Culinary Education, Inc —New York, NY
- $65,000 - $72,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Restaurant and Culinary Management/Culinary Arts Lead Instructor (Full Time)
Institute of Culinary Education —New York, NY
- $74,880 - $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Classroom
- Hospitality
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Cook/Lead
POMPTONIAN FOOD SERVICE —Woodbridge, NJ
- From $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- Organizational skills
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Kitchen Manager
Citizens All Day —New York, NY
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chef Manager
Aramark —Bridgewater, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Customer service
- No high school diploma
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Project Manager - Custom Millwork & Kitchen Design
The Kitchen Guy —New York, NY
- $76,354.23 - $95,566.39 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Google Workspace
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
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Head Sushi Chef
Sushi by Bou Global LLC —Hoboken, NJ
- $1,731 - $1,924 a week
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
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Lead Kitchen Fire Suppression Technician
Zing Recruiting —South Plainfield, NJ
- $25 - $35 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Commercial Kitchen Maintenance Manager
FRESH DIRECT, LLC —Bronx, NY
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Microsoft Outlook
- Contracts
- Senior level
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Lead Line Cook/Sous Chef
The Barn Kitchen and Bar —Rockaway, NJ
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Quality control
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Manager, Plant Operations - Brooklyn Culinary Center
Whitsons Culinary Group —Brooklyn, NY
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Spanish
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Bon Appetit —New York, NY
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Purchasing Manager - Catering Kitchen
Green Top Farms —Brooklyn, NY
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Assistant Kitchen Manager
Dave & Buster's —Times Square, NY
- $21.00 - $24.15 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 21 years or older
- Restaurant
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Kitchen Manager
Goodwin Recruiting —New York, NY
- $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
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Culinary Lead
sweetgreen —New York, NY
- $18.21 an hour
- Call employer
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Culinary Lead
sweetgreen —Queens, NY
- $18.21 an hour
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- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Assistant Operations Manager (Back of House Lead + Guest Services Support)

One Paw Away -
Morristown, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$44,633.16 - $50,568.96 a year

Benefits

Paid time off
Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Kennel experience
Guest reservation booking
Managing pet care teams
Veterinary medication administration
Guest relations
Team leadership
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation
Operations coordination
Service scheduling
Staff scheduling
In-person customer service
Team scheduling
Medication pass administration
Animal drug administration
Store opening/closing procedures
Animal feeding
Pet care appointment scheduling
Dog handling
Organizational skills
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Animal welfare
Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Delegation
Pet medication administration

Full Job Description

One Paw Away Dog Hotel & Resort | Morristown, NJ
Full-Time | Approx. 50 Hours/Week | Salary: $45,000–$50,000/year (based on experience)

DO NOT APPLY unless you have direct professional experience working in a dog daycare, dog boarding, kennel, pet resort, grooming, or animal care facility. Personal pet ownership or experience with your own animals alone does NOT qualify for this role. We are specifically seeking candidates with hands-on industry experience, including dog grouping, team leadership, customer service, and daily pet care operations in a professional setting.

About Us

One Paw Away is a premium dog daycare, boarding, grooming, and puppy kindergarten resort built around elevated care, structure, safety, and exceptional customer service. We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Assistant Operations Manager to support both back-of-house dog care operations and front desk guest service while helping lead our growing team.

Position Overview

This role is best suited for an experienced leader from a dog daycare, boarding, kennel, or pet resort environment who can confidently support daily dog care operations, team leadership, guest experience, grooming coordination, closing shifts, and weekend management coverage.

This is a leadership role requiring prior dog care management experience and strong operational knowledge.

Responsibilities Back of House Operations:

Assist in leading daycare + boarding group management
Safely group dogs by size, temperament, and energy level
Oversee dog handling, enrichment, feeding, medication administration, and sanitation
Help implement daily checklists, SOPs, and operational standards
Support team accountability, safety, and efficiency
Maintain premium care standards

Front Desk + Guest Services:

Support reservations, tours, phone calls, and guest communication
Assist clients with daycare, boarding, and grooming reservations
Help coordinate grooming schedules, appointment flow, and guest communication for grooming services
Support customer service, memberships, and sales initiatives
Work collaboratively with front desk leadership
Help uphold guest satisfaction and resort standards

Leadership:

Support management team with daily oversight
Lead closing shifts
Provide weekend operational leadership
Help train and support staff
Assist with implementing sales, reservation, and operational procedures

Requirements REQUIRED:

Prior management or leadership experience in dog daycare, boarding, kennel, grooming coordination, or pet resort
Dog grouping expertise
Boarding + daycare operational knowledge
Feeding + medication administration experience
Strong customer service and reservation management skills
Ability to assist with grooming scheduling and guest coordination
Strong team leadership skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to implement procedures and checklists
Weekend + closing shift availability
Team-player mentality with strong work ethic

Compensation + Benefits

Salary: $45,000–$50,000 annually (based on experience)
PTO (accrued)
Sick Time (accrued)
30 / 60 / 90 day reviews
Growth opportunities within expanding company
Clear path toward higher leadership roles

Schedule

Approx. 50 hours/week, including:

Weekday shifts
Closing shifts
Weekend coverage/support

Ideal Candidate

You are reliable, experienced, team-oriented, operationally strong, and passionate about dogs. You can confidently support dog care operations, assist with front desk and grooming reservations, lead teams, and help maintain a premium, structured, and safe environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,633.16 - $50,568.96 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off

Application Question(s):

Do you have at least 2 years of management or leadership experience in a professional dog daycare, boarding facility, kennel, pet resort, or grooming facility?
How many dogs have you personally supervised in a single group at one time?

Fewer than 10
10–20
20–40
40+

Describe your experience grouping dogs by temperament, size, and play style.

(Short answer)

Have you been responsible for leading a team during an entire shift?

Yes
No

Approximately how many employees have you directly supervised?

None
1–5
6–10
10+

Which of the following have you been responsible for? (Select all that apply)

☐ Managing daycare playgroups
☐ Boarding operations
☐ Feeding and medication administration
☐ Client communication
☐ Scheduling staff
☐ Training employees
☐ Delegating daily tasks
☐ Grooming coordination
☐ Handling customer concerns
☐ Opening/Closing a facility

This position possibly requires approximately 50 hours per week, including possible weekends and closing shifts. Are you able to consistently work this schedule?

Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation?

Yes
No

This position is physically demanding and requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, cleaning kennels, and working outdoors in all weather conditions. Are you able to perform these duties?

Yes
No

Describe your management style and how you hold team members accountable.

Tell us about a time you had to address an employee performance issue. What did you do?
How do you prioritize tasks when the facility is busy and multiple situations require immediate attention?
How comfortable are you handling large-breed dogs (75+ pounds), including strong pullers and high-energy dogs?
Can you commit to excellent attendance, including no planned vacations or extended time off during your first 90 days of employment?
What interests you about One Paw Away, and why are you looking for your next leadership opportunity?

Work Location: In person

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