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Executive Kitchen Manager

at King's Seafood
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $100,000.00 - $120,000.00

Range $100,000.00 - $120,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

sick days

sick days

dining discount

dining discount

401k with match

401k with match

Education Reimbursement

Education Reimbursement

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Pet healthcare

Pet healthcare

Kitchen Manager

at Pitfire Pizza
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $73,000.00 - $78,000.00

Range $73,000.00 - $78,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

401(k)

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Quarterly bonus

Quarterly bonus

Free Shift Meals

Free Shift Meals

Executive Kitchen Manager (Chef De Cuisine)

at KD Sweetwater Services
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $72,700.00 - $90,200.00

Range $72,700.00 - $90,200.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive base salary

competitive base salary

performance-based bonus

performance-based bonus

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

growth potential

growth potential

paid parking

paid parking

healthcare

healthcare

Unlimited paid time off

Unlimited paid time off

Kitchen Leader

at Chipotle
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $21.25 - $23.65

Range $21.25 - $23.65

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Kitchen Team Lead

at The Habit Burger Grill
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $20.00 - $23.00

Range $20.00 - $23.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

employee discount

employee discount

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Referral program

Referral program

401(k)

401(k)

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Kitchen Leader

at Chipotle
Encinitas, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $21.25 - $23.65

Range $21.25 - $23.65

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Kitchen Leader

at Chipotle
Escondido, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $21.25 - $23.65

Range $21.25 - $23.65

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Food Production Manager 3

at Sodexo
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $67,405.00 - $87,230.00

Range $67,405.00 - $87,230.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision care

Vision care

wellness programs

wellness programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

company holidays

company holidays

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Shift Manager

at McDonald’s
San Marcos, CA, USA|Onsite

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Sabbatical

Sabbatical

Education Assistance

Education Assistance

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible spending accounts

flexible spending accounts

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

Life insurance

Life insurance

paid leave

paid leave

Service awards

Service awards

Employee Resource Connection

Employee Resource Connection

Adoption assistance

Adoption assistance

Matching gifts program

Matching gifts program

Culinary Coordinator

at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $24.04

Exact $24.04

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

employee discount

employee discount

Career Development

Career Development

wellness programs

wellness programs

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Sous Chef - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Escondido, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $77,225.00

Exact $77,225.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Wellness Program

Wellness Program

Free parking

Free parking

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Kitchen Team

at Panda Restaurant Group
Escondido, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $22.00 - $25.00

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Great pay

Great pay

Free meals while working at Panda

Free meals while working at Panda

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

health care flexible spending account

health care flexible spending account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

401K with company match

401K with company match

Vacation leave

Vacation leave

sick leave

sick leave

bereavement/funeral leave

bereavement/funeral leave

leave share program

leave share program

associate discounts

associate discounts

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Paid training

Paid training

Career and leadership development

Career and leadership development

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Kitchen Team

at Panda Restaurant Group
Vista, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $22.00 - $25.00

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Great pay

Great pay

free meals while working

free meals while working

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Voluntary Short-term Disability

Voluntary Short-term Disability

Cancer income protection insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

health care flexible spending account

health care flexible spending account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

401K with company match

401K with company match

Vacation leave

Vacation leave

sick leave

sick leave

Bereavement leave

Bereavement leave

leave share program

leave share program

associate discounts

associate discounts

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Community Involvement Opportunities

Community Involvement Opportunities

Hands-on paid training

Hands-on paid training

Career and leadership development

Career and leadership development

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Opportunities for growth into management positions

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Kitchen Shift Lead

at Pitfire Carlsbad
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $25.00 - $29.00

Range $25.00 - $29.00

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401k Retirement Plan

401k Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Paid meals

Paid meals

Professional development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Kitchen Prep Specialist

at Prontos Gourmet Market
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $20.00 - $22.00

Range $20.00 - $22.00

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Part-time schedule

Part-time schedule

Flexible Hours

Flexible Hours

competitive pay

competitive pay

Employee Meals

Employee Meals

friendly work environment

friendly work environment

On-the-job training

On-the-job training

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

Manager

at Panera Bread
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $22.00 - $25.00

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401k

401k

scholarship program

scholarship program

employee assistance fund

employee assistance fund

free counseling services

free counseling services

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Manager

at Panera Bread
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $22.00 - $25.00

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401k

401k

scholarship program

scholarship program

employee assistance fund

employee assistance fund

free counseling services

free counseling services

company Care Coach Chaplain

company Care Coach Chaplain

Daily Pay Option

Daily Pay Option

Manager

at Panera Bread
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $22.00 - $25.00

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401k

401k

scholarship program

scholarship program

employee assistance fund

employee assistance fund

Manager

at Panera Bread
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $22.00 - $25.00

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401k

401k

scholarship program

scholarship program

employee assistance fund

employee assistance fund

Manager

at Panera Bread
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $22.00 - $25.00

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401k

401k

scholarship program

scholarship program

employee assistance fund

employee assistance fund

free counseling services

free counseling services

Care coach chaplain

Care coach chaplain

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Restaurant Manager

at King's Seafood
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $70,304.00 - $80,000.00

Range $70,304.00 - $80,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

sick days

sick days

dining discount

dining discount

401k with match

401k with match

Education Reimbursement

Education Reimbursement

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

pet healthcare savings account

pet healthcare savings account

Service Manager

at Cinepolis USA
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $19.57 - $24.05

Range $19.57 - $24.05

Full-time

Full-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

employee discount

employee discount

Gifts for work anniversaries

Gifts for work anniversaries

Front Desk Manager

at Rebel Hotel Company
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $75,000.00

Exact $75,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive base salary

competitive base salary

performance-based bonus

performance-based bonus

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

401(k) plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Restaurant General Manager

at CoCo Ichibanya USA
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Exact $60,000.00

Exact $60,000.00

Internship

Internship

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Hands-on management training

Hands-on management training

potential for promotion

potential for promotion

Employee meal discounts

Employee meal discounts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team-oriented culture

Supportive team-oriented culture

FOH Restaurant Manager

at Brigantine Restaurants
Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Competitive wages with bonus potential

Competitive wages with bonus potential

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k plan

401k plan

flex spending

flex spending

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Ongoing career development

Ongoing career development

139 Kitchen Manager Jobs in Carlsbad, CA Near You - June 2026

If you're looking for Kitchen Manager jobs in Carlsbad, you're in the right place. The city's hospitality industry continues to expand, and OysterLink currently lists 139 Kitchen Manager positions near you at restaurants, hotels, resorts, and catering companies throughout the area.

New job listings are posted regularly, and employers are actively hiring to fill critical Kitchen Manager roles with qualified candidates.

Recent Openings for Kitchen Managers in Carlsbad, CA

There has been 1 jobs posted in the last 10 days, with more positions added frequently to provide fresh opportunities for Kitchen Manager jobs in the Carlsbad area.

Kitchen Manager Salary in Carlsbad, CA

From current listings, the average salary for a Kitchen Manager in Carlsbad is $68,000 per year or $32.7 per hour per year.

Salary ranges vary, with listings showing compensation between $41,600 per year and $120,000 per year, depending on factors such as experience, establishment type, and hours.

Lowest wage for Kitchen Managers in CarlsbadAverage wage for Kitchen Managers in CarlsbadHighest wage for Kitchen Managers in Carlsbad
$41,600 per year$68,000 per year or $32.7 per hour$120,000 per year

Upscale restaurants and busy resort kitchens tend to offer higher wages and more comprehensive benefits.

Carlsbad’s strong hospitality sector provides Kitchen Managers with many options to earn competitive pay in a dynamic work environment.

If you're considering Kitchen Manager positions in Carlsbad, expect varied opportunities to progress and grow your career.

How To Apply for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Carlsbad, CA

Applying for jobs through OysterLink is straightforward and efficient. Each listing includes detailed information about pay, schedule, employer, and job responsibilities. You can filter available listings by:

  • Pay rate
  • Experience level
  • Full-time, part-time, or seasonal
  • Shift availability

Employers looking to fill Kitchen Manager roles in Carlsbad want to hire candidates quickly, so submitting your application early can significantly improve your chances.

Simply click to apply, upload your resume, and connect directly with hiring managers. 

Why Kitchen Manager Jobs Are in Demand in Carlsbad

Carlsbad’s culinary scene caters to residents, tourists, and business travelers, generating steady demand for experienced Kitchen Managers.

Below are neighborhoods and common establishments where Kitchen Managers are especially needed in Carlsbad:

NeighborhoodsEstablishments
Downtown CarlsbadIndependent restaurants and bistros
La CostaHotel kitchens and event venues
Carlsbad VillageBeachfront resorts and casual dining

The consistent visitor traffic and growing local population make Carlsbad an excellent place for Kitchen Managers seeking stable employment.

Where Kitchen Managers Are in Demand in Carlsbad

Here are some of the top employers hiring for Kitchen Manager positions in Carlsbad:

  • King's Seafood
  • KD Sweetwater Services
  • Sodexo

What To Expect as a Kitchen Manager in Carlsbad

As a Kitchen Manager in Carlsbad, typical responsibilities include:

  • Overseeing kitchen staff and daily operations
  • Managing inventory and ordering supplies
  • Ensuring food safety and sanitation compliance
  • Maintaining quality control and portion consistency

Additional duties may involve scheduling, training, and assisting with menu planning.

Working in this role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Kitchen Manager Job Benefits and Perks in Carlsbad

Many Kitchen Manager positions in Carlsbad offer 401(k), Dental Insurance, and other benefits.

Competitive wages combined with benefits make these roles attractive to experienced candidates looking to build or advance their culinary careers.

Explore More Kitchen Manager Opportunities Near Carlsbad

Carlsbad is part of a vibrant regional hospitality market. Other nearby cities with Kitchen Manager jobs include:

  • Oceanside
  • Encinitas
  • Vista
  • San Marcos

Whether you’re seeking Kitchen Manager jobs near you or exploring opportunities throughout the region, OysterLink can help you find trusted listings with trusted employers.

Useful Resources for Kitchen Managers in Carlsbad, CA

Here are essential resources for Kitchen Managers in Carlsbad:

ResourceDescription
California Department of Public Health's Retail Food ProgramFood safety regulations in California
San Diego County Environmental HealthCertification requirements & guidelines
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager CertificationAccredited food safety certification

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