Executive Chef

SIXTY VINES MONTGOMERY CNTY LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day workweek (once a month)

PTO 17 days

401(k) match

Medical, dental and vision

Wine-country trips

Mental health services

Growth and leadership development

Job summary

Sixty Vines DC is seeking a hands-on Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations in Washington, DC. You will partner with the General Manager and Director of Culinary to oversee menu execution, food cost, kitchen systems and the daily development of our culinary team.

Our ideal candidate combines strong business judgment with a passion for wine-country cuisine, consistent execution and developing the next generation of Chefs, while delivering guest-focused experiences and growth for the brand.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of culinary management experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Experience leading menu rollouts and implementing kitchen systems.
• Strong understanding of food cost, culinary labor, inventory and purchasing.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop culinary teams.
• Advanced knowledge of scratch cooking, recipe execution and presentation standards.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial, energetic, and detail-oriented leadership style.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays as business needs require.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Manager and Director of Culinary to execute and advance our culinary vision.
• Own the food menu, food cost and culinary team responsible for its execution.
• Ensure each dish reflects Sixty Vines’ Brand DNA and complements our wine program.
• Maintain a hands-on presence throughout preparation and service.
• Research culinary techniques and trends to keep our menu relevant and ahead of the curve.
• Support private events and special food-and-wine experiences.
• Lead new menu launches and seasonal rollouts from planning through implementation.
• Train culinary leaders and Team Members on recipes, preparation methods and presentation standards.
• Ensure the kitchen has the products, equipment and training required for each rollout.
• Monitor food quality, consistency and Guest feedback and correct execution gaps promptly.

Skills

Culinary management

Menu rollout leadership

Food cost control

Team development

Scratch cooking knowledge

Communication skills

Entrepreneurial leadership

Culinary degree

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Sixty Vines - DC
WASHINGTON, DC 20037, USA

Description

At Sixty Vines, great food,wineand company come together to create unforgettable moments. Our wine-country-inspired cuisine, sixty wines on tap and craft cocktails transport Guests to renowned regions around the world through approachable pours and thoughtful pairings, all without the commitment of a bottle. An open exhibition kitchen and chef’s table anchor the dining room, featuring wood-fired pizzas, handcrafted charcuterie boards and seasonal dishes made for sharing and bringing people together.

We are reimagining wine culture while reducing our carbon footprint. We want leaders who geek out over great food and wine, build teams that share that same energy and bring their passion to a brand growing nationwide.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a hands‑on Executive Chef to lead Sixty Vines’ culinary operations. In partnership with the General Manager and Director of Culinary, you will oversee menu execution, food cost, kitchensystemsand the daily development of our culinary team.

Our ideal Executive Chef combines strong business judgment with a passion for wine-country cuisine, consistent execution and developing the next generation of Chefs.

COMPENSATION& BENEFITS

Salary Range: $75,000–$95,000 per year, plus monthly profit share

BENEFITS: THE GOOD STUFF

• Potential for a four-dayworkweekonce a month
• Up to17 daysof Paid Time Off
• 401(k) match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance after60 days
• Wine-country trips
• Free access to mental health services
• Growth and leadership development opportunities

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 3–5 years of culinary management experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
• Experience leading menu rollouts and implementing kitchen systems
• Strong understanding of food cost, culinary labor, inventory and purchasing
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop culinary teams
• Advanced knowledge of scratch cooking, recipeexecutionand presentation standards
• Strong communication,organizationand problem-solving skills
• Entrepreneurial,energeticand detail-oriented leadership style
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred
• Ability towork days, evenings, weekends and holidays as business needs require
• Must be able to stand for extended periods andlift upto 50 pounds

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

CULINARY DIRECTION

• Partner with the General Manager and Director of Culinary to execute and advance our culinary vision
• Own the food menu, foodcostand culinary team responsible for its execution
• Ensure each dish reflects Sixty Vines’ Brand DNA andcomplementsour wine program
• Maintain a hands-on presence throughout preparation and service
• Research culinary techniques and trends to keep our menu relevant and ahead of the curve
• Support private events and special food-and-wine experiences

MENU EXECUTION

• Lead new menu launches and seasonal rollouts from planning through implementation
• Train culinary leaders and Team Members on recipes, preparationmethodsand presentation standards
• Ensure the kitchen has the products, equipment and trainingrequiredfor each rollout
• Monitor food quality, consistency and Guest feedback and correct execution gaps promptlyMaintainaccuraterecipes, productionproceduresand training materials

BUSINESS PARTNER

• Manage food cost, culinary labor, purchasing,inventoryand kitchen-related expenses
• Review financial results and take corrective action when performance does not meet established goals
• Control waste,portioningand product usage without compromising quality
• Oversee culinary scheduling based on forecasted business levels
• Maintain productive relationships with approved vendors and supplier partners
• Identifyopportunities to improve efficiency and profitability while protecting the Guest experience

PEOPLECHAMPION

• Hire, train, coach andretaintalented culinary Team Members
• Develop the next generation of Chefs through hands-on training and accountability
• Establish clear expectations and provide fair,directand consistent feedback
• Build a positive culinary culture centered on teamwork,curiosityand continuous improvement
• Fosterstrong communicationbetween the culinary and front-of-house teams

QUALITY AND SAFETY LEADER

• Maintain our standards for food quality, kitchencleanlinessand organization
• Ensure products are received, stored, labeled,rotatedand prepared properly
• Enforce allrecipe,portionand presentation standards
• Lead food safety, sanitation, regulatorycomplianceand product education
• Maintain required culinary records,certificationsand operational documentation

If you are passionate about developing culinary talent, creating wine-country-inspired food and helping reimagine wine culture, we invite you to apply.

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