Executive Sous Chef

Mina Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mina Group is seeking a detail-oriented culinary leader for its Washington location. The ideal candidate will mentor cooks, lead kitchen operations, and possess expertise in cooking techniques and financial oversight. Join a dynamic team in a fun dining atmosphere where creativity and spontaneity thrive.

Qualifications

• 4 years' experience in a high-volume fine dining kitchen.
• 1 year in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading culinary operations and mentor kitchen team.
• Work closely with executive chef on restaurant success.
• Manage inventory control and labor cost management.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Inventory Control

Cooking Techniques

Financial Reporting

Data Analysis

Teaching

Mentorship

Safety Protocols

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Lunara is seriously fun Italian. It’s where Chef Michael Mina plays with fresh flavors, his team acts as gracious dinner party hosts, and guests are invited to play with their food. Here, dress codes are off the table, shared bottles of wine are on it, spontaneity thrives, and creativity reigns. Every night is a fresh canvas, and every person who walks through our doors adds a little color.

Our Ideal Candidate is:

A detail-oriented culinary leader who is a hands-on mentor in the kitchen, capable of adapting quickly to changes and creating an exceptional experience for both guests and staff. You will assist in leading all culinary operations, providing insight and guidance to the entire kitchen team, and working closely with the executive chef and corporate culinary and operations teams to ensure the restaurant's success. You possess expertise in cooking techniques, inventory control, labor cost management, and have an impeccable eye for detail and professionalism.

What you bring to the table:

• Personal Attributes
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills
  • Gracious spirit of hospitality
  • Intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity
  • Commitment to developing staff in all areas of food education
  • Ability to work clean, organized, and lead a team
• Professional Attributes
  • Advanced knowledge of kitchen fundamentals (knife skills, butchery, sauces, fabrication, all kitchen stations)
  • Knowledge of financial reporting and data analysis
  • Strong focus on personal and team development
  • Desire to teach and mentor staff and culinary interns
• Basic Qualifications
  • 4 years’ experience in a fine dining high-volume kitchen, with at least 1 year in a leadership role
  • Culinary degree preferred
  • Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols
  • Working knowledge of HR practices and labor laws
  • Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds
  • Stamina to work over 40 hours per week
  • Spanish language skills a plus

The Mina Group and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers, dedicated to non-discrimination in employment, and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with AB 1008, California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and all other applicable laws.