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Sous Chef – Washington, DC

Join a respected restaurant group known for innovation and a commitment to culinary excellence. This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in a collaborative kitchen environment, where your expertise will directly shape guest satisfaction and team success.

Sous Chef Benefits & Compensation

Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
Access to health, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off and opportunities for advancement
Supportive team culture focused on professional development

Sous Chef Requirements & Qualifications

Experience in a leadership role within a professional kitchen
Proven ability to supervise and train kitchen staff
In-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP, local regulations)
Strong organizational skills, especially in high-volume environments

Sous Chef Preferred Background & Skills

Experience assisting with menu development and recipe execution
Familiarity with inventory control, food cost management, and waste reduction strategies

Sous Chef Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Support planning and direction of food preparation to ensure consistency and quality
Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow during service
Open and close the kitchen, ensuring all operational procedures are followed
Train new team members on cooking techniques, recipes, and kitchen protocols
Oversee inventory needs, manage supplies, and coordinate with the Executive Chef
Enforce all health, sanitation, and food safety standards
Collaborate with kitchen management on efficiency initiatives, menu updates, and special events

JOB ID: 172713

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether 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 work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.