Executive Sous Chef: Lead, Inspire, & Elevate Kitchens

Jose Andres Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plans

Employee dining discounts

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Washington is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team. This role demands strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of food safety and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of professional kitchen experience, including time as a Sous Chef, and must excel at inventory management and coaching a team. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth in a values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of professional kitchen experience with 2-3+ years as Sous/Executive Sous.
• Proven success in inventory accuracy and COGS control.
• Deep knowledge of HACCP/food safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team and ensure quality during service.
• Communicate with FOH teams to manage service flow.
• Recruit and train kitchen staff.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Expo leadership

Inventory accuracy

Yield management

Communication

Team coaching

Tools

KDS/POS

Google Workspace

Job description

A leading hospitality firm in Washington is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team. This role demands strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of food safety and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of professional kitchen experience, including time as a Sous Chef, and must excel at inventory management and coaching a team. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth in a values-driven environment.