Title: Kitchen Manager – Legendary D.C. Brand Expanding to Baltimore!
Location: Baltimore, MD
Position Type: Full-Time, Salaried (50-60 hours/week, Open Availability Required)
About Us:
For years, Oohh's & Aahh's has been a D.C. staple, celebrated for serving up award-winning, soul-satisfying comfort food with unmatched flavor. By popular demand, we are officially breaking ground on our brand-new Baltimore location! We are looking for an ambitious, high-energy Kitchen Manager to lead our heart-of-house team and help us introduce our iconic flavors to Charm City. If you thrive in high-volume environments and want to be a founding leader of a famous brand's expansion, we want to hear from you.
Position Overview:
As the Kitchen Manager, you will be the driving force behind our culinary operations. You aren't just managing a kitchen; you are protecting a legacy of incredible food. Working hand-in-hand with the Brand Operations Manager and Director of Operations, you will lead, inspire, and develop our hourly back-of-house staff. You will ensure every plate that leaves the window meets our famous standards, while efficiently managing the business side of the kitchen.
Compensation & Perks:
- Competitive Salary: $50,000 - $65,000 based on experience.
- Quarterly Performance Bonuses: Earn extra income for hitting your food cost, labor, and operational targets.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Earned vacation time to rest and recharge.
- Paid Sick Days: Because your health and well-being matter.
- Eat Well: Free meals during your shifts and generous discounts on your days off.
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities):
- Lead & Inspire: Recruit, train, and mentor an amazing team of hourly BOH staff, fostering a culture of accountability, respect, and high energy.
- Master the Line: Maintain strict quality control, ensuring recipes are executed perfectly, prep lists are optimized, and ticket times remain sharp during high-volume rushes.
- Manage the Numbers: Take ownership of food costs, labor optimization, and inventory control to hit profitability targets without ever compromising on quality.
- Safety & Sanitation: Uphold flawless health department standards, food safety protocols, and cleanliness in the kitchen.
- Collaborate: Maintain excellent, transparent communication with senior leadership to streamline operations and execute a flawless grand opening.
What We’re Looking For (Requirements):
- Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or strong Kitchen Supervisor in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Deep knowledge of BOH systems: inventory, labor management, food cost controls, and prep scheduling.
- A passion for high standards, consistent execution, and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills—you know how to delegate effectively and motivate a team.
- Flexible, open schedule availability (expect 50-60 hours per week, including weekends and holidays).
- ServSafe Manager certification (or willingness to obtain it immediately).
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Kitchen management: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Preferred)
- Spanish (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Baltimore, MD 21231 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
