Kitchen Manager

Y-Not Stop; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Y-Not Stop in Alexandria, VA is seeking a dedicated kitchen professional to lead daily cooking operations and uphold food safety standards.

You will train and support team members, ensure fast, friendly service, and manage prep, inventory, and waste to meet performance goals. The role demands leadership, clear communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cooking experience (or equivalent).
• Food safety certification and Responsible Vendor certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong leadership, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Run daily kitchen operations and follow food safety standards.
• Keep the kitchen clean, stocked, and running smoothly.
• Train and support kitchen team members.
• Ensure fast, friendly service and accurate orders.
• Manage prep, inventory, and waste to meet goals.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety certification

Vendor certification

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Run daily kitchen operations and follow food safety standards
• Keep the kitchen clean, stocked, and running smoothly
• Train and support kitchen team members
• Ensure fast, friendly service and accurate orders
• Manage prep, inventory, and waste to meet goals

What You Bring

• 3+ years of cooking experience (or equivalent)
• Food Safety Cert + Responsible Vendor Cert (or willing to obtain)
• Strong leadership, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work flexible hours

Success Looks Like

A spotless kitchen, a motivated team, happy customers, and strong results.

Physical Demands & Work Environment (Condensed)

• This role requires regular standing, walking, reaching, and handling equipment, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, climbing, and exposure to moderate noise are expected.
• Vision, hearing, and basic sensory abilities are required for safe job performance.
• Employees work primarily indoors but may experience brief exposure to varying temperatures, weather conditions, and wet or humid environments.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided.