District Manager

maman | lakewood; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan opportunities

Learning & Development opportunities

Employee Discount

Job summary

maman | lakewood is seeking an experienced Culinary Trainer to lead new store openings across multiple locations, including Dallas. This role requires expertise in multi-unit restaurant openings, strong culinary skills, and a deep understanding of food safety standards. Responsibilities include leading kitchen setups, training staff, and ensuring operational excellence. The position offers a salary ranging from $80,000 to $120,000 based on location, with benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Experienced in multi-unit restaurant openings and high-volume kitchen training.
• Strong culinary background with line cook experience.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen pre-openings from setup to stabilization.
• Train culinary teams and oversee certification.
• Support inventory controls and waste management.

Skills

Multi-unit restaurant openings

High-volume kitchen training

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Food safety and sanitation knowledge

Detail-oriented

Job description

New Store Opening, Culinary Trainer

maman | Multi-Market Role (home base in NYC, Charlotte, Dallas, DC or Greater Miami) | Extensive Travel Required

Must be experienced in multi-unit restaurant openings and high-volume kitchen training.

At maman, we believe every café should feel like coming home — warm hospitality, thoughtful food, beautiful spaces, and teams that care deeply about the guest experience. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Culinary Trainer specialized in the back of house field. This role will help bring each new maman to life with excellence, consistency, and heart.

About the Role

As our BOH NSO Specialist, you will lead kitchen pre-openings from setup through stabilization. You’ll ensure every new maman kitchen opens organized, food-safe, fully trained, and operating with consistency from day one.

You will oversee equipment ordering and installation, kitchen organization, BOH onboarding and certification, and operational readiness. During non-opening periods, you’ll support retraining and operational reinforcement in existing markets.

What You’ll Do

Kitchen Setup & Launch

• Order and set up kitchen equipment, smallwares, and appliances
• Organize BOH stations, storage, pars, and prep systems
• Oversee equipment installation and functionality checks
• Ensure full compliance with food safety and sanitation standards

BOH Training & Certification

• Lead hands-on training for line cooks, prep cooks, bakers, and porters
• Train teams on recipe execution, portioning, labeling, dating, and storage
• Certify station proficiency and track training progress
• Coach in real time and address performance gaps with clarity and care

Operational Excellence

• Train on KDS, ordering platforms, inventory systems, and daily BOH procedures
• Support inventory controls, food ordering, and waste management
• Support in first schedule templates and schedule building
• Conduct readiness assessments before opening
• Step into shifts as needed to model standards and execution
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure smooth, scalable openings

Who You Are

• Experienced in multi-unit restaurant openings and high-volume kitchen training
• Strong culinary background (line cook experience required; baking experience a plus)
• Deep knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and inventory systems
• A calm, accountable leader who builds trust in the kitchen
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced environment
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are highly celebrated within our growing markets
• Energized by travel and being on the road extensively

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work full shifts
• Open availability, including holidays and weekends
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel extensively within assigned region
• State based Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: 80,000 - 120,000 (location dependant)

Multi-Location Role | Extensive Travel Required

We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan opportunities
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Employee Discount

Benefits & salary may vary by state and eligibility