Fine Dining Sous Chef for Kwame Onwuachi–Led Concept (DC)

Pyramid Global Hospitality; Potomac (WV); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality's The Potomac Hotel in Washington, DC, is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join the Dōgon concept led by Chef Kwame Onwuachi. You will train, supervise and work with culinary staff to perfect dishes that meet restaurant and service standards.

This role offers exposure to a dynamic hospitality environment with two restaurant concepts, spa and meetings/events operations, within Pyramid's People First culture.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assign detailed duties to all kitchen staff for efficient operation.
• Visually inspect and select high-quality ingredients for menu items.
• Read recipes, manage requisitions, and supervise Dōgon kitchen staff.
• Schedule culinary staff to ensure coverage while controlling payroll costs.
• Ensure proper receiving, storage, temperature control and rotation of foods.
• Adhere to cost and quality control procedures.
• Supervise daily cleaning of walk-ins and safety checks.
• Maintain vacation schedule and report equipment issues.
• Perform other duties, including VIP events and staff meetings.

Education

High school or equivalent

Culinary school

3-5 years culinary experience

SERV Safe certification

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality's The Potomac Hotel in Washington, DC, is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join the Dōgon concept led by Chef Kwame Onwuachi. You will train, supervise and work with culinary staff to perfect dishes that meet restaurant and service standards.

This role offers exposure to a dynamic hospitality environment with two restaurant concepts, spa and meetings/events operations, within Pyramid's People First culture.