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Sous Chef

Washington, DCFood & beverage & lodging$70,000 - $80,000
Job Summary

The Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure high standards of quality and efficiency during service. This role is ideal for an experienced, hands-on culinary professional with a deep understanding of Italian cuisine and the demands of a high-volume kitchen. As the Sous Chef, you’ll lead by example, maintain consistency in food preparation, and bring creativity to menu development.


Sous Chef Responsibilities:

  • Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and consistency during peak service times
  • Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment
  • Monitor inventory and manage food ordering and storage, controlling waste and maintaining budgetary goals
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen
  • Step in to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef, ensuring smooth and efficient operations

Sous Chef Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Sous Chef in an upscale high-volume restaurant setting; Italian cuisine experience is strongly preferred.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and manage a diverse kitchen team
  • Excellent time-management and organizational skills, with the ability to thrive under pressure
  • Knowledge of kitchen cost control, inventory management, and ordering

Sous Chef Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development
  • A passionate, dynamic team environment
  • A chance to work with high-quality ingredients and contribute to a standout Italian dining experience


At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person's age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.   JOB ID: 146872 #post

Francesca Brajuha

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