Lead Kitchen Sous Chef — Path to Executive Role

The Ned; Washington; On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Meal benefits

Learning programs

Hotel stay discounts

401k matching

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Ned’s Club in Washington DC is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and lead one of our kitchens. You will manage the team, execute the daily mise-en-place, and ensure every dish meets Ned's high standards.

As a Leader in the kitchen, you’ll oversee operations before, during and after service, mentor staff, and uphold exceptional food quality and safety. This role is ideal for someone aiming to become an Executive Sous Chef with a passion for excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen leadership experience with a proven track record of delivering outstanding food and people management.
• Impeccable standards in food quality and presentation.
• Organized and detail-focused to maintain safety and audit records.
• Calm under pressure with a genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Aspiration to progress toward Executive Sous Chef and learn people management.
• Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift at least 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in production of our food, compiling daily mise-en-place and ensuring food is cooked and presented to Ned standards.
• Lead kitchen operations before, during and after service and handle day-to-day kitchen needs.
• Support with people leadership tasks – recruitment, development, performance chats, onboarding new starters.
• Guard food quality and presentation, coach the team and provide feedback as needed.
• Create and monitor a safe and clean kitchen environment and protect guests and staff.
• Maintain impeccable records and audit compliance, implementing actions where necessary.
• Prepare all meat, fish, poultry and vegetables for service.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Team coordination

High standards

Record keeping

Job description

The Ned’s Club in Washington DC is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and lead one of our kitchens. You will manage the team, execute the daily mise-en-place, and ensure every dish meets Ned's high standards.

As a Leader in the kitchen, you’ll oversee operations before, during and after service, mentor staff, and uphold exceptional food quality and safety. This role is ideal for someone aiming to become an Executive Sous Chef with a passion for excellence.