Kitchen Manager

Job Description

Job Description

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).

For more than 20 years, Oohh’s & Aahh’s has been serving soulful comfort food that feels like home — with flavors that keep people coming back. What began in 2003 as a small carryout on U Street in Washington, DC has grown into a beloved local staple and a true reflection of the city’s culture.
Today, we serve four communities across the DMV:
U Street (DC): our original take-out & delivery location
Georgia Avenue (DC): our full-service dine-in spot, known for brunch and bottomless mimosas
Glebe Road (Alexandria, VA): a virtual kitchen for quick, convenient take-out, delivery, and catering
Fells Point (Baltimore, MD): opening Summer 2026, a full-service restaurant with our classics and new seafood favorites
Our commitment to great food and community has earned national recognition, including features on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives, Washingtonian’s Best, a Best Mac & Cheese award, and our role as the Official Restaurant Partner for the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s 2024–25 Season. We’re also featured in the premiere of Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman.
As we grow, our mission stays the same: deliver authentic soul food, unforgettable flavor, and the signature Oohh’s & Aahh’s experience to even more communities — with another Maryland location planned for late 2026/early 2027.
At Oohh’s & Aahh’s, the flavor never stops.

Company Description

For more than 20 years, Oohh’s & Aahh’s has been serving soulful comfort food that feels like home — with flavors that keep people coming back. What began in 2003 as a small carryout on U Street in Washington, DC has grown into a beloved local staple and a true reflection of the city’s culture.\r\nToday, we serve four communities across the DMV:\r\nU Street (DC): our original take-out & delivery location\r\nGeorgia Avenue (DC): our full-service dine-in spot, known for brunch and bottomless mimosas\r\nGlebe Road (Alexandria, VA): a virtual kitchen for quick, convenient take-out, delivery, and catering\r\nFells Point (Baltimore, MD): opening Summer 2026, a full-service restaurant with our classics and new seafood favorites\r\nOur commitment to great food and community has earned national recognition, including features on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives, Washingtonian’s Best, a Best Mac & Cheese award, and our role as the Official Restaurant Partner for the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s 2024–25 Season. We’re also featured in the premiere of Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman.\r\nAs we grow, our mission stays the same: deliver authentic soul food, unforgettable flavor, and the signature Oohh’s & Aahh’s experience to even more communities — with another Maryland location planned for late 2026/early 2027.\r\nAt Oohh’s & Aahh’s, the flavor never stops.