Aspiring Executive Sous Chef – Lead a Dynamic Kitchen

The Ned City of London Sales; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401k matching

Complimentary meals

Job summary

The Ned’s Club Washington DC is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading one of the kitchens at Ned’s Club. You will take charge when the Head Chef is away, ensuring Ned standards in food quality and service.

You will collaborate with the Executive Sous Chef to manage daily mise-en-place, supervise shifts, and drive people development while upholding top-tier safety and audit scores. This role requires evening and weekend shifts and a passion for exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen leadership experience with a proven track record of delivering outstanding food and people management.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards and audits.
• Ability to train, coach and develop junior chefs while maintaining high kitchen standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen operations before, during and after service.
• Oversee mise-en-place, cooking, and presentation to Ned standards.
• Recruitment, onboarding, and performance conversations for kitchen staff.
• Provide coaching on food quality, portion control, and plating.
• Maintain safe, clean kitchen practices and HACCP compliance.
• Prepare all meat, fish, poultry, and vegetables to spec.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food quality

People management

Food safety

Menu planning

Stamina

Physical strength

Job description

The Ned’s Club Washington DC is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading one of the kitchens at Ned’s Club. You will take charge when the Head Chef is away, ensuring Ned standards in food quality and service.

You will collaborate with the Executive Sous Chef to manage daily mise-en-place, supervise shifts, and drive people development while upholding top-tier safety and audit scores. This role requires evening and weekend shifts and a passion for exceptional hospitality.