Executive Sous Chef

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Summary: Lead daily kitchen operations and a culinary team in a high-profile, high-volume upscale restaurant, driving consistency, quality, and team performance within a rapidly expanding restaurant group. Highlights: 1. Lead daily kitchen operations in a high-profile, high-volume upscale restaurant 2. Opportunity to lead a large, established culinary team 3. Growth potential within a multi-concept organization Apply Now NOW HIRING: CHEF DE CUISINE 📍 Washington, DC Lead the kitchen at one of DC’s most high-profile, high-volume upscale restaurants. An established, chef-driven concept in the heart of Washington, DC is seeking a talented Chef de Cuisine to take the reins of daily kitchen operations. This is a premier opportunity within a fast-growing, DC-based restaurant group known for its bold concepts, strong culture, and continued expansion. This role is ideal for a proven culinary leader who thrives in high-volume environments, leads from the front, and is passionate about driving consistency, quality, and team performance. Why This Role Stands Out High-profile, flagship-level restaurant in a prime DC location Part of a respected and rapidly expanding restaurant group Strong infrastructure and leadership support Opportunity to lead a large, established culinary team Growth potential within a multi-concept organization The Role As Chef de Cuisine, you will oversee all back-of-house operations, ensuring excellence in execution, team leadership, and financial performance. You will partner closely with senior leadership to maintain standards while continuing to build a strong, accountable kitchen culture. What You’ll Do Lead all daily kitchen operations in a high-volume environment Drive consistency in food quality, presentation, and execution Manage and develop Sous Chefs and line-level team members Oversee ordering, inventory, and food cost controls Execute scheduling and manage labor to meet financial goals Maintain strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards Collaborate with leadership on menu execution and operational improvements Build and maintain a positive, high-performance kitchen culture What We’re Looking For 3–5+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume upscale restaurant Current Chef de Cuisine or strong Executive Sous Chef ready to step up Proven ability to lead large teams in fast-paced kitchens Strong financial acumen (food cost, labor, systems) Detail-oriented with high culinary standards Hands-on, calm, and solutions-driven leadership style Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary of $90K to $95K Performance-based bonus Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) 401(k) plan Paid time off Dining and company perks Significant growth opportunities within a thriving restaurant group If you’re ready to lead at a high level in one of DC’s most dynamic restaurant environments, this is your opportunity. Apply today and take the next step in your culinary leadership career. Apply Now