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What are the top 3 traits or skills every kitchen manager must have to excel?

Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your kitchen manager expertise?

1. As wide a knowledge of different types od cusines as possible. 2. The ability to perform your duties as a team leader but at the same time demonstrate that you are a member of the entire team from the dishwasher to the Exec Chef. 3. A world of patience that is connected to always being able to get the job done in a consistently organized and focused manner.

1. Patience is a virtue, while it is a pain most of the time it is a
a necessity. Not only is it important with co-workers, with owners also.

2. Organization is an absolute must. Remember, whatever goes wrong is your fault. Keep track of all facets of your enviroment no matter how
small. Don't be afraid to keep notes. Write things down.

3. Never be afraid to dive in where needed, even just for practice just
to stay in tune with the flow. Timing and quality, presentation and
speed are a large part. Do your homework.

SousChef90 said: 1. Patience is a virtue, while it is a pain most of the time it is a
a necessity. Not only is it important with co-workers, with owners also.
2. Organization is an absolute must. Remember, whatever goes wrong is your fault. Keep track of all facets of your enviroment no matter how
small. Don't be afraid to keep notes. Write things down.
3. Never be afraid to dive in where needed, even just for practice just
to stay in tune with the flow. Timing and quality, presentation and
speed are a large part. Do your homework.