Highlands Tavern Cleveland Park, Washington, DC
Salary: $55,000 base + performance-based bonus structure
Schedule: 5-day work week | No late-night hours
Perks: Meals included | 2-week paid training program

Position Overview: Highlands Tavern is seeking a bilingual, business-savvy Assistant Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team in Cleveland Park. This role is designed for a hands-on leader who bridges the gap between culinary excellence and strong operational management. You will manage daily kitchen operations, control costs, and foster a productive, positive kitchen culture. Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and schedule a culinary staff of at least 10 team members.
Financial Management: Monitor food costs, labor costs, and assist with general P&L tracking to maximize profitability.
Operational Execution: Oversee inventory, ordering, food safety protocols, and line execution during busy shifts.
Communication: Facilitate clear communication across the kitchen staff, acting as a bridge between the front-of-house and back-of-house teams.

What We Are Looking For

Experience: Minimum of 4 years of proven kitchen management experience.
Financial Acumen: Direct experience working with and managing P&L statements.
Staff Oversight: Demonstrated history of successfully managing a culinary team of 10+ employees.
Language Skills: Fluency in Spanish is a strict requirement to effectively lead and communicate with our team.
Employment Status: Candidates must have been unemployed for no more than 4 weeks prior to applying.
Vetting: Excellent professional references are required. We will thoroughly verify and check previous employer history.

What We Offer

Competitive $55,000 base salary with an achievable bonus structure.
Quality of life schedule featuring a 5-day work week and no late-night hours.
Free shift meals.
A structured, comprehensive 2-week training program to ensure your success.

Interview Process: Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial screening. Please note that the interview process will include rigorous operational questions regarding kitchen management scenarios, P&L handling, and staff conflict resolution. To Apply: Please submit your updated resume along with a list of professional references. Resumes that are not updated with 2026 employment will be ignored.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Highlands Tavern

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