Top 202 Kitchen 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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14d
Cafe Head Chef - Downtown, DC
Tatte Bakery & Café —Washington, DC
- $76,000 - $96,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Commuter assistance
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AM Lead Cook - Lockheed Martin CLE/HQ
Aramark —Bethesda, MD
- $22 an hour
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Food Service Nutrition - Manager
Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center —Washington, DC
- $71,260.80 - $103,313.60 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Culinary Director
Sodexo —Washington, DC
- $104,550 - $135,300 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
4d
Kitchen Supervisor
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - National Mall —Washington, DC
- $28 an hour
- Bar
- Writing skills
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
The Boiling Crab —Washington, DC
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hospitality
- Casual dining restaurant
- ServSafe
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Kitchen Manager
Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe —Washington, DC
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Cooking
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef/Culinary Manager
Suburban Hospital —Bethesda, MD
- Full-time
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
5d
Culinary Team Leader
Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chip's - DC - The Wharf —Washington, DC
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
- Flexible schedule
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9d
Chef Manager
Martha's Table —Washington, DC
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- ServSafe
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Head Chef
Moxies —Washington, DC
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Toms Watch Bar —Washington, DC
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
Chef/Kitchen Manager
Sodexo —Washington, DC
- $58,735 - $76,010 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
MGR, CULINARY SR
Flik Hospitality Group —Washington, DC
- $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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3d
CHEF MANAGER
FISD —Washington, DC
- $79,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Washington, DC
- $73,000 - $93,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
5d
Catering Chef Manager - Howard University Law School
Aramark —Washington, DC
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Customer service
- No high school diploma
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Kitchen Manager
Cowbell Seafood & Oyster —Washington, DC
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Leadership
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Food Services Manager - Full-Time Day Shift
Malta House —Hyattsville, MD
- $26 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Criminal background check
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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
14 days ago

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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