Executive Sous Chef – Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader

Wequassett; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay

Company Basic Life Insurance

Company paid Accidental Death & Dismem

Company paid Short Term Disability

Company paid Long term Disability

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

EOS Hospitality in Washington, DC is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team and daily kitchen operations. You will collaborate with hotel leadership to develop menus, manage food costs, and maintain top-tier food quality across all outlets and events.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary experience and strong leadership skills. A competitive benefits package is provided, with opportunities for career growth within a dynamic hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary experience in full‑service hotel, resort, or high‑volume restaurant environment.
• Experience in a sous chef or comparable culinary leadership role.
• Experience overseeing multiple F&B outlets, banquet operations, and high-volume breakfast service preferred.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, and presentation.
• Understanding of food cost controls, inventory management, purchasing, and labor management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations ensuring consistency in food preparation, quality, and presentation across outlets and meals.
• Lead menu development, recipe creation, and seasonal offerings.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to established recipes, portions, and presentation guidelines.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, flavor, and presentation to ensure exceptional dining experiences.
• Provide hands‑on leadership, coaching, and development to the culinary team.
• Manage food costs, labor expenses, and departmental operating budgets.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Team development

Food safety

Job description

EOS Hospitality in Washington, DC is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team and daily kitchen operations. You will collaborate with hotel leadership to develop menus, manage food costs, and maintain top-tier food quality across all outlets and events.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary experience and strong leadership skills. A competitive benefits package is provided, with opportunities for career growth within a dynamic hotel environment.