Lead Sous Chef — Fine-Dining, High-Volume Kitchen Leader

Gordon Ramsay North America; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Flex Time

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gordon Ramsay North America is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team in our Washington DC restaurant. You will drive food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction in a lively dining room and bar environment.

Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team while ensuring rigorous Health & Safety and Food Safety compliance. This role emphasizes cost control, supply chain management, and delivering the Gordon Ramsay standard of excellence daily.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership to represent the Gordon Ramsay Brand and hospitality standards.
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in fine-dining settings.
• Proven track record in high-volume kitchens.
• Keen eye for detail to maintain Hell’s Kitchen levels of quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and drive food quality and standards.
• Inspire, motivate, and retain a high-performing kitchen team.
• Ensure Health & Safety and Food Safety compliance to Gordon Ramsay standards.
• Manage supply chain and stock control aligned with the concept.
• Control food margins and manage resources to hit P&L targets.

Skills

Leadership

Sous-chef experience (fine-dining)

Sous-chef experience (high-volume)

Attention to detail

Recruitment & development

Strong personality & confidence

Exceptional communication

Multitasking

Job description

Gordon Ramsay North America is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team in our Washington DC restaurant. You will drive food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction in a lively dining room and bar environment.

Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team while ensuring rigorous Health & Safety and Food Safety compliance. This role emphasizes cost control, supply chain management, and delivering the Gordon Ramsay standard of excellence daily.