Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily back-of-house operations for a fast-paced bakery in Houston, TX. This role is responsible for managing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and safety, maintaining efficient production workflows, and supporting overall operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, bakery or food production experience, and a hands-on management style.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily kitchen operations, including food production, baking schedules, and preparation
• Lead, train, schedule, and supervise kitchen and bakery staff to ensure productivity and quality
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all times
• Oversee inventory management, ordering, and cost control to minimize waste
• Maintain consistency in recipes, portioning, and product quality
• Collaborate with ownership and front-of-house leadership to meet business goals
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement process improvements

Required Experience:

• Bilingual in English/ Spanish
• 3+ years of kitchen or bakery management experience in a high-volume environment
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays

THIS POSITION IS CONTRACT TO HIRE - MUST BE COMFORTABLE WORKING ON CONTRACT FOR FIRST 3-6 MONTHS