Executive Chef | Washington, DC
Recruiting Partner: Nichelle Ritter
Washington, District of Columbia | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $75,000 to $95,000 | Job ID: 182781
Job Summary
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We are seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a high-volume, upscale restaurant in Washington, DC. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on culinary leader who combines a passion for scratch-made cuisine with strong business acumen, team development, and a commitment to exceptional hospitality.
The ideal candidate has a successful track record in polished, upscale dining environments and thrives in a fast-paced operation where food quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction are paramount.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all back-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency.
- Oversee scratch-kitchen execution, recipe standards, food safety, and sanitation.
- Manage food and labor costs, inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and kitchen profitability.
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
- Maintain operational standards while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and performance.
- Partner with front-of-house leadership to deliver a seamless, guest-focused dining experience.
- Foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative kitchen culture.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3.5 years of recent Executive Chef experience in upscale, polished, or fine dining.
- Proven success leading restaurant operations generating $6M+ in annual sales.
- Strong background in high-volume, scratch-made culinary operations.
- Experience with established multi-unit restaurant groups and structured corporate operating systems.
- Demonstrated expertise in food cost management, labor controls, inventory, and BOH financial performance.
- Stable career history with progressive leadership responsibilities.
- Proven ability to develop culinary talent and maintain high standards under pressure.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to complete an extended out-of-market training program.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.
- Professional development and advancement opportunities.
- A collaborative, performance-driven culture that values culinary excellence and leadership.
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If you are an experienced Executive Chef with a passion for elevated dining, scratch-made cuisine, and developing exceptional culinary teams, we encourage you to apply.
JOB ID: 182781
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