Chef de Cuisine

The Doyle Collection; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 81,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $95k

Free meals on duty

Great health plan

401k plan

Metro access

Discounted hotel rooms

50% off food

In-house training

Bonus opportunities

Team events

Job summary

The Dupont Circle Hotel in Washington DC is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to join our culinary team. You will assist the Executive Chef with all aspects of food planning, preparation, production and control across the outlets and banquets.

You will create innovative menus, lead and mentor the kitchen team, and stay attuned to Washington DC dining trends. Our restaurant Pembroke serves American-French cuisine and Doyle Bar delivers flawless cocktails—perfect for showcasing your craft.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Cuisine or similar leadership role in a busy hotel or restaurant.
• Proven ability to create innovative menus and lead a culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with all food planning, preparation, production and control at all outlets and banquets.
• Develop new menus and standards while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Lead, train and mentor the kitchen team and stay aligned with DC dining trends.

Skills

Menu planning

Team leadership

Food preparation

Cost control

Trend awareness

Mentoring junior chefs

Job description

The Dupont Circle is currently recruiting for an experienced Chef de Cuisine to join the team at our hotel in the heart of Washington DC.

As Chef de Cuisine, you will be responsible for assisting the Executive Chef with all food, planning, preparation, production and control at all food outlets and banqueting facilities.

With an acclaimed restaurant and bar, The Dupont Circle hotel is a true culinary and social destination. The brasserie-style Pembroke Restaurant serves superlative American-French cuisine, while Doyle bar flawless cocktails and terrace attract a cosmopolitan crowd.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about creating and implementing new menus, enjoy working alongside the greater hotel team, take pride in developing young Chefs and be keen to further themselves by always being aware of the Washington DC food trends.

The perks of working as Chef de Cuisine with The Dupont Circle

• $95,000 plus great benefits
• Free meals on duty as well as breakfast to get you started and all-day tea and coffee for the caffeine lovers
• Great health plan and benefits
• Plan for your future with our 401k plan
• Great location with easy access to the Metro and commuter benefits
• Discounted hotel rooms in the UK, Ireland and USA for you, your family and friends
• 50% off food when dining with the Doyle Collection
• In-house training team dedicated to your personal development
• Reward and recognition programmes (earn bonuses, restaurant meals, overnight stays and extra days off!)
• Staff summer parties, Christmas parties and regular team get togethers
• Plus more …

The Dupont Circle, Washington

The Dupont Circle Hotel in Washington DC is a luxury property located right on Dupont Circle in the nation's capital. Newly renovated the hotel has 327 chicly styled and luxuriously appointed guest rooms, with 12 bespoke penthouse suites located on the 9th floor of the hotel. Home to Pembroke Restaurant and Doyle Bar, the property also boasts almost 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Dupont Circle Hotel does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, or political affiliation. We will make any reasonable effort to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruiting, selection, training, placement, promotion, wages and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.