Kitchen Manager

Another Broken Egg Cafe; Brandywine (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Another Broken Egg Cafe in Brandywine, MD is seeking a passionate Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced brunch environment and enjoy inspiring a team to deliver exceptional food, this is the opportunity for you.

Join a beloved cafe concept redefining the morning dining experience and bringing innovative Southern-inspired dishes to guests. This daytime-only brand supports advancement and a collaborative culture focused on quality and guest

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen management or sous chef experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain)
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse kitchen team
• Experience with food cost management, inventory control, and ordering
• Ability to work early morning shifts, weekends, and holidays as required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a hands-on leadership style
• Passion for breakfast/brunch cuisine and delivering a consistent, high-quality guest experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations including food prep, line cooking, and plating to ensure quality and consistency
• Hire, train, schedule, and manage kitchen staff to maintain a high-performing BOH team
• Monitor food costs, control waste, and manage inventory ordering and receiving
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health code standards
• Collaborate with management to develop and execute seasonal menu items and specials
• Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance
• Drive ticket times and kitchen efficiency during high-volume breakfast and brunch service

Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Food Safety

Inventory Control

Staff Training

Communication

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

About the Role:

Another Broken Egg Cafe in Brandywine, MD is looking for a passionate and driven Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced brunch and breakfast environment and love inspiring a team to deliver exceptional food, this is the opportunity for you. Join a beloved cafe concept that's redefining the morning dining experience!

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all kitchen operations including food prep, line cooking, and plating to ensure quality and consistency
• Hire, train, schedule, and manage kitchen staff to maintain a high-performing BOH team
• Monitor food costs, control waste, and manage inventory ordering and receiving
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health code standards
• Collaborate with management to develop and execute seasonal menu items and specials
• Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance
• Drive ticket times and kitchen efficiency during high-volume breakfast and brunch service

Requirements:

• 2+ years of kitchen management or sous chef experience, preferably in a high-volume restaurant
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain)
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse kitchen team
• Experience with food cost management, inventory control, and ordering
• Ability to work early morning shifts, weekends, and holidays as required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a hands-on leadership style
• Passion for breakfast/brunch cuisine and delivering a consistent, high-quality guest experience

About Us:

Another Broken Egg Cafe is a nationally recognized breakfast, brunch, and lunch concept with a passion for creative Southern-inspired dishes and handcrafted cocktails. Guests love us for our warm, inviting atmosphere and craveable menu that goes far beyond the ordinary morning meal. Our team members enjoy a daytime-only schedule, a supportive work culture, and the pride of being part of a brand that truly stands out in the cafe dining space.