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Are you a serious Sous Chef with a passion for detail, finesse, and passionate about all things culinary? Are you looking to get out of the big city for quieter and secure surroundings? We are a prestigious property in rural Virginia (1.5 hours outside DC) seeking an ambitious culinary professional with a proven track record of excellence and attention to detail to assist in leading our disciplined Michelin-Starred kitchens.

Sous Chef Responsibilities:

Assist in the daily management of the main kitchen staff, ensuring quality controls are being adhered to
Work with leadership in scheduling, hiring, and training team members
Strong kitchen and leadership skills with a proven ability to coach and develop staff
Planning for special events and holiday parties
Prompt communication skills regarding maintenance and mechanical issues
Supervising team to ensure compliance with occupational, health, and safety standards
React quickly and effectively to unplanned operational needs, while remaining calm under pressure
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize workload in a deadline-driven, demanding environment

Sous Chef Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years in a managerial capacity as a sous chef, CdC, or EC in a fast-paced kitchen environment, preferably with a pedigree from Michelin Star or James Beard-level execution
Expert skill set in international cuisine and technique
Proven track record of creating dishes and menus with team collaboration
Confident culinary techniques and skills with the drive for excellence under pressure
Good sense of planning and preparation
Diligent and meticulous in placing and receiving orders while controlling costs
Ability to problem solve and react quickly to any issues that arise during a shift

Sous Chef Benefits

Competitive Salary
Incredible learning opportunity
Great place to work with unparalleled professionals
Medical coverage is heavily subsidized by the employer
Vacation
Education allowance
Annual Team Appreciation Events
401K with a substantial company match
2 weeks of PTO (after 90 days)

JOB ID: 169553

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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.