Kitchen Manager

maman | palisades; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Commuter benefits

Development opportunities

In-store discounts

Cookies & coffee

Job summary

Maman in Washington, DC, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations, ensure consistent food quality, safety, and brand standards, and support profitability without compromising guest experience. This role involves training, scheduling and developing BOH team members, and collaborating with regional culinary leadership and General Managers.

You will train and schedule BOH staff, manage inventory, execute menu rollouts, and collaborate with regional culinary leadership and

Qualifications

• 1+ years of kitchen leadership or senior BOH experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Experience managing inventory, ordering, and food cost control.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, menu rollouts and peak business days.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Own daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, production and quality standards.
• Ensure consistent execution of recipes, presentation and portioning standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen areas, including line and prep spaces.
• Lead menu rollouts, oversee preparation, execution and staff training.
• Support flawless execution of location events, ensuring all food requirements and standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Flexible hours

Bilingual EN/ES

Job description

Overview

Maman - Kitchen Manager

Maman is a French bakery, café and lifestyle brand founded in 2014 with locations across North America. The Kitchen Manager leads back-of-house operations, upholds quality, safety, and brand integrity, and supports profitability goals without compromising guest experience. This role involves training, scheduling and developing BOH team members, and collaborating with regional culinary leadership and General Managers.

Position Summary

The Kitchen Manager oversees kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, safety, and efficiency, and leads the back-of-house team. Responsibilities include daily kitchen execution, inventory management, health and safety compliance, and supporting profitability goals while maintaining guest satisfaction. The role also involves training, scheduling, and developing BOH staff.

Essential Responsibilities

• Own daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, production and quality standards.
• Ensure consistent execution of recipes, presentation and portioning standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen areas, including line and prep spaces.
• Lead menu rollouts, oversee preparation, execution and staff training.
• Support flawless execution of location events, ensuring all food requirements and standards are met.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations as directed by local authorities.
• Keep back-of-house areas inspection-ready and maintain passing grades according to regulations.
• Uphold sanitation, cleanliness and safety protocols at all times.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler’s Certificate within one month of starting.

Inventory, Ordering & Cost Control

• Manage monthly inventory and place orders with suppliers and MarginEdge commissary products.
• Monitor and control food costs while identifying waste or excess.
• Ensure kitchen operations align with budget and profitability goals.

Leadership & Team Support

• Manage BOH team members and provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance documentation as needed.
• Ensure alignment with company standards including scheduling, uniforms, and staff meal policies.
• Ensure proper scheduling and staffing coverage to meet business needs and review timekeeping for policy compliance.

Qualifications & Skills

• 1+ years of kitchen leadership or senior BOH experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Experience managing inventory, ordering, and food cost control.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, menu rollouts and peak business days.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to safely handle kitchen equipment, knives, and hot surfaces.

What We Offer

• A collaborative culture that values teamwork, initiative, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive pay and growth opportunities within a fast-growing brand.
• Healthcare options, commuter benefits and more.
• Ongoing professional development, training, and opportunities for internal mobility.
• Sweet perks including cookies, coffee, and in-store discounts.
• A culture that supports teamwork and shared success.