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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    16 hours ago
    $16.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Pentagon City, Arlington

    maman - Line Cook maman is a french bakery, café and leading lifestyle brand founded in 2014 by owners elisa marshall benjamin sormonte, with locations across north america and canada. inspired by family traditions, and the highest quality ingredients, maman offers a selection of delicious baked goods {including their famous nutty chocolate chip cookie}, coffee, fresh breakfast, and lunch options spanning from hearty salads sandwiches to savory quiches. in addition to hosting intimate events, maman has partnered with leading brands for partnerships and activations. from baby showers and birthday parties to engagements, they're able to help celebrate customers make new beautiful memories. in september 2021, maman founders elisa marshall benjamin sormonte released the highly anticipated maman: the cookbook. our ideal candidate is passionate about food, beverages, and excellent customer service. you love cookies, are always ready to lend a helping hand to a colleague you don't take yourself too seriously. when you join our team, you'll be responsible for providing a friendly, helpful, and responsive level of collaboration with the full BOH and FOH team. Position Summary The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality menu items in a fast-paced environment. This role ensures consistency, efficiency, quality and food safety while supporting the overall kitchen team. The Line Cook plays a key role in delivering an exceptional guest experience through excellent preparation, presentation, and execution of all maman menu items. Essential Responsibilities Food Preparation \& Cooking • Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with maman's recipe, portioning, and service standards., • Assist with daily prep, including chopping, measuring, and assembling ingredients., • Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, mixers, and slicers in a safe and efficient manner., • Monitor food levels and restock stations as needed throughout service. Kitchen Operations • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation., • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards (ServSafe or equivalent guidelines) and complete line checks to maintain compliance., • Label, date, and store food items properly to ensure freshness and minimize waste., • Assist in receiving and storing deliveries as needed., • Communicate any issue to the Kitchen Leader promptly to ensure the quality and esthetic of maman's menu items retain quality and consistency. Teamwork \& Communication • Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and accurate food production during service periods., • Support FOH team when required to maintain smooth operations., • Effectively and professionally communicate with team members and leadership., • Maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times., • Perform additional tasks and ad hoc projects as assigned to support daily operations. Customer Service Support • Have a guest first attitude, paying keen attention to special orders and dietary requests including allergens and restrictions., • Ensure food is presented attractively and consistently before it is served. Qualifications Required: • Previous line cook, prep cook, or kitchen experience (café, bakery, or casual dining preferred)., • Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen safety protocols., • Ability to follow recipes, portion guidelines, and operational procedures., • Strong time management and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment., • A strong sense of urgency is essential. Preferred: • Experience in a bakery or café setting., • Food Handler's Certification or ServSafe Certification., • Familiarity with pastry preparation or basic baking techniques., • Keeping up with the latest industry trends. Schedule \& Work Environment • Early morning, weekend, and holiday shifts will be required., • Fast-paced kitchen environment with exposure to heat, cold, and food allergens. Physical Requirements • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs., • Ability to safely handle kitchen equipment, knives, and hot surfaces. What's in it for you: At maman, we're proud to provide a supportive and people-first environment where team members can thrive and grow. Some benefits offered: • A collaborative culture that values teamwork, initiative, and continuous improvement., • Competitive pay and growth opportunities within a fast-growing brand., • Comprehensive healthcare options and commuter benefits., • Ongoing professional development, training, and opportunities for internal mobility., • Sweet perks cookies, coffee, and in-store discounts., • A company culture where we roll up our sleeves, support one another, and celebrate shared success., • $16.50 hourly wage

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    2 days ago
    $65000–$68000 yearly
    Full-time
    Northwest Washington, Washington

    ****Please note that this salary range is accurate as of July 1st, 2024. It reflects our starting rate (++$65,000)++ as well as the compensation for our most senior employees at this time. All positions will initially be offered at the entry-level rate, with consideration for annual increases based on performance assessments.\*\* Busboys and Poets is seeking an ambitious, hardworking, people-centric individual with proven experience managing across departments as a Front-of-House Manager. In this fast-paced, dynamic work environment, you will deliver training to our diverse staff, as well as managing the overall operation and being an expert in guest relations. The person in this role will represent Busboys and Poets values, including integrity and open and honest communication. If this sounds like the role for you, please consider applying to be a Restaurant Manager at one of our 8 locations in the DMV (DC, MD and VA). Job Type: Full-time, Exempt, Salaried/ 50 hour work week Starting Salary: $65,000-$68,000 RESPONSIBILITIES This role will incorporate the following duties: • Serving as an Advocate for the Busboys and Poets brand, • Upholding Busboys and Poets standards for employee performance and guest service, • Promoting cooperative effort, a team spirit, and good morale among employees, • Coaching and developing other staff members up to be promoted, • Evaluating employee performance, resolving personnel problems or grievances and ensuring that all information related to personnel is properly documented in the employees files, • Conducting and attending staff meetings, such as preshifts (daily) and manager meetings (weekly)Coordinating and facilitating existing training programs for new hires, • Working closely with fellow Managers and the General Manager to ensure effective business operations, • Investigating and resolving guest complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations in a polite, friendly manner and while delivering excellent customer service, • Supervising staff in terms of food preparation, customer service, cleaning, and repairs to restaurant and grounds, • Understanding and coaching on all software, including payroll, POS, waitlist, accounting, scheduling, etc, • Managing one or more department schedules, as needed, • Monitoring compliance with health and fire regulations, • Arranging for equipment maintenance and repairs, and coordinating services such as waste removal and pest control and order and purchase equipment and supplies, • Counting money and making bank deposits, • Looking over financial statements, sales reports and other performance data to gauge productivity and achieve daily, weekly and monthly sales goals, • Serving as point of contact for vendor account issues, skipped invoices, credits etc, • Coordinating with Kitchen Managers to ensure standards are being maintained for cleanliness, sanitation and safety, • Managing seamless execution of events with the support of the Events Team, • Ensuring the cleanliness of the space, • Performing daily inspections and periodic audits to check safety of equipment and to ensure that food is cooked properly, as well as reaching out for support when equipment is not functioning, • Helping with duties of other employees (i.e. host, busser, server, cook, etc.) when necessary because of an unexpected absence or extra volume, • Maintaining a working knowledge of all menu items, products and production procedures, • Performing some food preparation or service tasks such as cooking, clearing tables, and serving food and drinks, when necessary, • Performing other work-related duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS • Served as a Front-of-House/Floor Restaurant Manager at a full-service restaurant for at least 2 years, • High school diploma, GED certificate, or demonstration of sufficient reading and math skills to read manuals and prepare computer reports as required; hospitality and restaurant management certification or college degree preferred, • Strong team-building and communication skills to train and motivate employees, • Excellent customer service, treating guests like family, • Strong time management skills and accuracy to deal with a variety of duties Strong technical aptitude and computer skills (e.g., Web-based applications, Mobile applications, Excel, Word)Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays, as required, • Ability and commitment to meet deadlines, even during high volume periods. Must have current licensure (Food Safety, ABRA, ServSafe, Alcohol Awareness) or be able to acquire appropriate licensure for jurisdiction in which employed within 30 days. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work that restaurant managers do is both physically and mentally demanding. You are on their feet much of the time. Managers must be able to taste raw and cooked food as well as carry up to 50 pounds, at times. Restaurant managers typically work forty-five to fifty hours a week. However, because the restaurant serves the public and is open on weekends and at night, managers may work longer, irregular hours. Please also note that, as a restaurant manager, you may be asked to change locations, at times. Busboys and Poets is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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