Top 232 Chef manager Jobs in Washington, Dc

Kitchen Purchasing Manager
Windows Catering Company —Alexandria, VA
- $60,539.09 - $85,000.00 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Databases
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
SAN PANCHO —Takoma Park, MD
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Spanish
- Casual dining restaurant
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Head Chef, In-School (No Weekends/ Holidays) - Washington D.C.
Red Rabbit —Washington, DC
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Cafe Head Chef - Tatte Rockville
Tatte Bakery & Café —Rockville, MD
- $76,000 - $96,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Commuter assistance
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11d
Executive Sous Chef - Zaytinya DC
Jose Andres Group —Washington, DC
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Google Workspace
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living —Silver Spring, MD
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Outlook
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
4d
Senior Executive Chef
University of Maryland —College Park, MD
- $110,800 - $132,960 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Google Workspace
- ServSafe
Area Executive Chef
Viceroy Washington DC —Washington, DC
- $120,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Cooking
Executive Chef - DMV
Farmers Restaurant Group —Washington, DC
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Senior level
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Executive Chef
Goodwin Living —Alexandria, VA
- $88,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Executive Chef - Restaurant
Clyde's Restaurant Group —Washington, DC
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Paid jury duty
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
Crestview Management, LLC —Arlington, VA
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Restaurant
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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7d
Executive Sous Chef - Hilton Alexandria Old Town
Hilton —Alexandria, VA
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Hotel
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
6d
Executive Sous Chef
The Hamilton —Washington, DC
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Administrative experience
- US work authorization
- Paid jury duty
- Health insurance
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6h
Executive Sous Chef
The Metropolitan Club —Washington, DC
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
ByMeraki —Washington, DC
- $95,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hotel
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Executive Chef
Levy Sector —Washington, DC
- $115,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Cleaning
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Executive Chef - Blackburn - Howard University
Aramark —Washington, DC
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Customer service
- Cooking
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Executive Chef | Smoke & Mirrors | AC Hotel Capitol Hill Navy Yard
AC Hotel Capitol Hill Navy Yard —Washington, DC
- $91,316 a year
- 6 years
- Customer service
- Hotel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
Trump National Golf Club Washington DC —Sterling, VA
- $145,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Purchasing Manager

Windows Catering Company -
Alexandria, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,539.09 - $85,000.00 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Food & beverage industry purchasing experience
Teamwork
Spreadsheets
Databases
Invoice matching
Math
Data management
Attention to detail
Invoice reconciliation
Vendor relationship management
Organizational skills
Negotiating purchasing contracts
Data-driven problem-solving
Data accuracy checks
Excel data analysis

Full Job Description

Kitchen Purchasing Manager

Windows Catering | Alexandria, Virginia
Full-Time | On-Site | Daytime Schedule

Company Overview

Windows Catering is Washington, DC's premier luxury off-premise catering company, renowned for producing sophisticated events, exceptional culinary experiences, and flawless execution. Our success is built on operational excellence, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering the highest quality products and services to our clients.

Position Summary

Windows Catering is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Kitchen Purchasing & Inventory Manager to oversee all purchasing, inventory management, purchase order reconciliation, cost controls, and product sourcing for our culinary operations.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, managing vendor relationships, maintaining accurate records, and supporting a high-volume culinary operation. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring product availability, inventory accuracy, cost control, and financial accountability throughout the purchasing process.

This position is primarily daytime hours with NO nights required.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Procurement

Manage all food, beverage, disposables, and smallware’s purchasing.
Create and issue purchase orders for all approved purchases.
Source products and negotiate pricing with vendors.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
Ensure timely ordering and delivery of products.
Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards.
Monitor market pricing and proactively seek competitive alternatives when appropriate.

Purchase Order Reconciliation & Financial Controls

Reconcile purchase orders against vendor invoices and receiving documents.
Research and resolve pricing discrepancies, shortages, credits, and billing errors.
Ensure all purchasing records are accurate and properly documented.
Work closely with Accounting and Operations to ensure invoice accuracy and timely processing.
Maintain organized purchasing files and supporting documentation for audits and financial review.

Inventory Management

Maintain accurate inventory levels across all kitchen and warehouse locations.
Conduct weekly and monthly inventory counts.
Monitor stock movement, usage trends, and par levels.
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
Implement and maintain inventory control procedures to reduce waste and shrinkage.

Cost Control & Reporting

Monitor food costs, product pricing trends, and purchasing activity.
Maintain and regularly update Excel spreadsheets tracking product cost changes and vendor pricing.
Analyze cost increases and communicate significant pricing fluctuations to Culinary and Executive Leadership.
Generate weekly and monthly purchasing, inventory, and food cost reports.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and menu costing initiatives.
Help identify opportunities to improve margins and operational efficiency.

Systems & Analytics

Manage purchasing and inventory information within company systems.
Maintain accurate product catalogs, vendor files, and pricing databases.
Utilize advanced Excel functions including formulas, lookups, pivot tables, and reporting tools.
Manage purchasing and inventory data within:
Acumatica
Adaco
Fourth
Or similar ERP and inventory management systems
Generate reports and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making.

Collaboration

Work closely with the Executive Chef, Senior Sous Chef, Operations Team, Finance Department, and Warehouse Team.
Support event forecasting, production planning, and menu costing.
Ensure receiving, storage, and inventory procedures meet company standards.
Communicate product shortages, substitutions, and pricing changes in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Required

2+ years of purchasing, inventory, procurement, or foodservice operations experience.
Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience maintaining cost-tracking spreadsheets.
Experience with purchase order management and invoice reconciliation.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong communication and vendor negotiation abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

$60,000 to $85,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Program
Professional Development Opportunities
Stable Daytime Schedule
No Night Shifts Required
Opportunity to grow with one of the Washington area's premier catering companies

Why Join Windows Catering?

Consistent daytime schedule with excellent work-life balance
No late-night restaurant hours
Collaborative and professional work environment
Direct impact on purchasing strategy, inventory controls, and company profitability
Opportunity to work alongside one of the region's premier catering teams

Windows Catering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates from all hospitality, catering, restaurant, hotel, and country club backgrounds to apply.

Pay: $60,539.09 - $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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