AM SOUS CHEF

Petite Cerise; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A French-inspired restaurant in Washington, led by Michelin-starred chefs, is seeking an AM Sous Chef to oversee morning operations and maintain high culinary standards. The ideal candidate will bring experience in a quality-focused environment, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a sous chef or experienced line cook in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills and collaborative mindset.
• Solid technical cooking knowledge and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the kitchen team during morning prep and service.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to high quality.
• Contribute ideas for menu changes.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Education

Experience as a sous chef or line cook

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

Petite Cerise is a French-inspired, all-day dining concept influenced by the changing seasons & classic technique by Michelin-starred chef Jeremiah Langhorne and the team from The Dabney. We are seeking a driven and collaborative AM Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team.

About the Role:

The AM Sous Chef will work closely with our Chef team to oversee morning production and service, ensuring smooth operations, high standards, and an organized, supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise the kitchen team during morning prep and daytime service.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest quality and plated consistently.
• Assist with scheduling, ordering, inventory, and daily prep management..
• Uphold health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Contribute ideas for seasonal menu changes and daily specials.
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a sous chef or experienced line cook in a high-volume, quality-focused kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Solid technical cooking knowledge, with an eye for detail and a commitment to consistency.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Availability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  
  

If you’re passionate about thoughtful cooking and being a part of the team at Petite Cerise, we would love to hear from you! Please send us your resume and a little bit about yourself.

More detail about Petite Cerise part of Restaurants by Chef Jeremiah Langhorne and Alex Zink, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/437725-Petite-Cerise

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Restaurants

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