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Sous Chef – Conference Center & Hotel

Location: Washington, DC

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Open availability required (conference & event-driven environment)

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to support culinary operations at a premier conference center and hotel in Washington, DC. This role is ideal for a culinary professional with strong experience in banquet, catering, and high-volume production who thrives in a structured hospitality environment.

The Sous Chef works closely with the Executive Chef to oversee production, supervise staff, execute catering events, and maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations
Support food production for conference dining, banquets, and catered events
Supervise and coach hourly culinary associates
Assist with menu planning and daily execution
Help manage food cost controls and monitor expenditures
Support rollout of new culinary programs
Ensure food safety, sanitation, and allergen compliance
Maintain an organized, efficient, and professional kitchen

Qualifications

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience
Progressive culinary or kitchen leadership experience
High-volume, complex foodservice experience is highly desirable
Catering and banquet experience strongly preferred
Institutional and batch cooking experience is helpful
Strong knowledge of food trends, production systems, and presentation
Experience with cost controls and kitchen financial management
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and email
Willing to participate in client satisfaction programs
ServSafe certification preferred

What We’re Looking For

Professional, polished demeanor
Strong execution skills in banquet and conference dining
Ability to lead by example and work side-by-side with the team
Detail-oriented, organized, and dependable
Flexible schedule to support event operations

JOB ID: 171339

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