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Kitchen Manager
Taqueria Xochi - Navy Yard
300 Tingey Street Southeast, Washington, DC
Taqueria Xochi - Navy Yard hiring Kitchen Manager in Washington, DC

Taqueria Xochi - Navy Yard hiring Kitchen Manager in Washington, DC

Kitchen Manager

Taqueria Xochi - Navy YardMore Info

300 Tingey Street Southeast, Washington, DC
Full Time • Salary ($60k - $75k)
Expired: Oct 15, 2025
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Required Years of Experience

1 year

Job Details
As a Kitchen Manager at Taqueria Xochi, your primary responsibility is to ensure the impeccable execution of all menu items in line with our high standards. You will oversee day-to-day Back-of-House (BOH) operations, diligently working to achieve our labor, COGS, and operational objectives. Collaboration with the FOH Manager is crucial in making your location a successful establishment.


**Key Responsibilities:**

**Menu Execution:**
- Execute menu items as per company standards
- Lead and oversee all food production processes to maintain quality and quantity targets.
- Ensure ingredient purchases align with menu execution requirements.
- Adhere to menu execution guidelines and recipes provided.

**Training and Development:**
- Manage the training and development of all BOH staff, including shift leads.
- Cultivate a pool of exceptional BOH talent through personal development and cross-training initiatives.
- Train senior BOH team members in ordering and COGS management best practices.
- Monitor and enhance the performance of each BOH team member.
- Prepare BOH team members to meet Department of Health (DOH) standards and ensure readiness for DOH inspections.
- Conduct training sessions for FOH staff, explaining menu items during pre-shifts

**Service and Operations:**
- Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, establish and maintain systems and processes to enhance the knowledge, efficiency, and productivity of the BOH team.
- Collaborate on the daily Order Guide to optimize product quantities.
- Maintain a maintenance and repairs calendar.
- Build strong relationships with service providers in collaboration with the FOH Manager.
- Ensure proper maintenance of kitchen equipment.
- Ordering

**Financial Management:**
- Collaborate closely with the FOH Manager to establish and maintain systems and processes to meet labor and COGS targets, aligning with profit and loss (P&L) objectives.
- Work with the FOH Manager and shift leads to minimize waste.
- Create weekly BOH schedules to meet labor targets and coordinate with the Operations Manager if overtime is necessary.
- Manage daily forecasts of products to optimize inventory usage.

**Qualifications:**
- Willingness to work any shift and maintain a flexible schedule.
- Ability to work extended hours.
- Possession of a Food Handler certificate.
- Clean, organized, and dedicated to excellent hygiene.
- Physically fit and capable of safely lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and efficient at multitasking.
- Positive attitude and open to learning and taking direction.
- Knowledge of Mexican cuisine and financial acumen.

**Works With:**
- FOH Manager

**What We Offer:**
- Career Growth: We value learning, resourcefulness, and determination and offer a promising career path to those who share these qualities.
- Referral Bonus: We are dedicated to working with and sharing our taco adventure with the best and brightest. If you can help us find Taqueria Xochi talent, we'll show our appreciation and reward you.
- Growing Set of Benefits: Always looking to take care of our own in the best way we can.

https://www.taqueriaxochi.com/careers
Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($60,000.00 - $75,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Time Management

Adaptability

Customer Service Orientation

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Training and Mentoring

Attention to Detail

Inventory Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Efficiency Improvement

Relationship Building

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At Taqueria Xochi, we’re more than just a restaurant
we’re a culinary adventure that transports you to
the vibrant streets of Mexico, right here in the heart of Washington, DC.
Born during the pandemic, our journey began with a simple yet powerful vision: to share the authentic flavors and warmth of Mexican home-style and street foods with our community.

Each dish on our menu is a testament to this vision, a delicious blend of tradition, flavor, and the unique vibe of our nation's capital. From savory tacos filled with succulent meats to refreshing aguas frescas and indulgent desserts, every bite tells a story of Mexican culinary heritage and passion.

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