DOGON Sous Chef

BENCHMARK; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a skilled Sous Chef for The Potomac Hotel, a Dōgon concept, in Washington, DC. You will train and supervise culinary staff to prepare and present food to exacting standards, collaborating with renowned Chef Kwame Onwuachi.

Qualifications include 2+ years culinary school, 3–5 years fine dining experience, and Serv Safe preferred. This on-site role offers strong growth in a premier hotel setting.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent education required.
• Minimum of two years of culinary school preferred.
• 3–5 years of culinary experience in a fine dining restaurant preferred.
• Food Safety Certification (SERV Safe) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assign duties to staff for efficient kitchen operation.
• Visually inspect, select and use high‑standard food products.
• Read and apply recipes with accurate math for quantities.
• Process requisitions for supplies.
• Schedule and supervise kitchen staff while controlling payroll costs.
• Ensure proper receiving, storage and rotation per health regs.
• Adhere to control procedures for cost and quality.

Skills

Team leadership

Cost control

Food preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.About our property:Welcome to The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection, a distinguished property in the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio overlooking the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. Featuring 373 guest rooms and 38,000 sq ft of indoor meeting and event space, the hotel offers a dynamic hospitality environment just minutes from The Wharf, National Mall, Capitol Hill, and many of the city's most recognizable landmarks.At The Potomac Hotel, team members have the opportunity to build their careers within a full-service property featuring two restaurant and bar concepts, a spa and fitness center, and extensive meetings and events operations. As part of our team, you'll join Pyramid Global Hospitality's People First culture, where collaboration, professional development, and growth opportunities are central to the associate experience.Whether you're beginning your hospitality career or ready for your next opportunity, you'll find a supportive environment where your contributions matter. If you're passionate about exceptional hospitality and interested in growing your career in the heart of Washington, D.C., we invite you to explore opportunities at The Potomac Hotel and join our Pyramid Family.What you will have an opportunity to do:POSITION OBJECTIVEWe are seeking a talented Sous Chef to join Dōgon. We are elated to partner with renowned Chef Kwame Onwuachi. He is returning to the nation's capital to bring a bold and imaginative restaurant concept to The Potomac Hotel -Washington DC. The Sous Chef will train, supervise and work with all culinary staff to prepare, present food according to restaurant and service standards.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSAssign, in detail, specific duties to all employees for efficient operation of the kitchen.Visually inspect, select and use food products of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.Read and employ math skills for following recipes. Process requisitions for supplies. Select, train and supervise Dōgon kitchen staff in the proper preparation of menu items.Schedule culinary staff so that proper coverage is maintained while keeping payroll costs in line.Ensure proper receiving, storage (including temperature setting) and rotation of food products to comply with health department regulations.Adherent to control procedures for cost and quality.In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the requirements of the hotel:1. Supervise daily cleaning of walk-in and reach-in boxes forsafety reasons.2. Maintain vacation schedule for proper staffing.3. Report any equipment in need of repair to chef and engineeringfor service.4. Perform other duties as necessary and assigned, such as V.I.P.parties and staff meetings.What are we looking for?EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEHigh school or equivalent education required.Minimum of two years of culinary school preferred.3 to 5 years of culinary experience in a fine dining restaurant preferredFood Safety Certification (SERV Safe) preferredCompensation:$80,000.00-$80,000.00Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.