Sous Chef

Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored health care plan

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation and holiday PTO

Employee dining discount

Complimentary employee meals

Monthly wellness credits

Job summary

A premier restaurant group in Washington is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our culinary team. You will oversee food production, maintain organization and sanitation, and assist in training kitchen staff. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of supervisory experience in high-volume dining environments and a passion for delivering exceptional cuisine. Competitive benefits and a supportive work atmosphere await you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Open availability with guaranteed two days off.
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods.
• Ability to frequently lift at least 50 pounds.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality service in food production for menu items.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas.
• Assist and train line cooks as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Quality food production

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Join to apply for the Sous Chef role at Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants

Pay range

$65,000.00/yr - $72,000.00/yr

Hungry for Opportunity?

We are hiring a Sous Chef to join our renowned restaurant group, Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants, home to multiple award‑winning restaurants. Since 2011 we have expanded to become one of the world’s preeminent restaurant groups, from Michelin‑starred Fiola to neighborhood pasta house Sfoglina, focusing on high quality, high value work that makes every guest feel special.

Recognitions

• #2 Best Italian Restaurant in the World, 50 Top Italy
• Best Restaurants 2021, Northern Virginia magazine
• Best New Restaurants in America, Esquire’s 20 Best New Restaurants
• James Beard Foundation’s “Best New Restaurant” Semifinalist
• Washington Post, Three Stars
• 17 Most Exciting Restaurants Opening Around the World, Bloomberg

What we bring to the table

• Company-sponsored health care plan and optional vision/dental coverage (4 Kaiser Medical Plans to choose from, including out of network)
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid vacation and holiday PTO (up to three weeks of paid vacation within the first year)
• Employee dining discount
• Complimentary employee meals
• Monthly phone allowances, dining credits, and wellness credits to apply to gym membership, meditation apps, yoga, smoking cessation programs, or a massage

Primary Sous Chef duties include providing quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in accordance with company standards and plating guide specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment. Assist and train line cooks as needed.

Benefits Offered

• Full‑time employees qualify for company‑subsidized health insurance after working an average of 30 hours per week. Coverage begins on the first of the month after the 60th day of employment.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k)
• Top‑rated earnings
• Excellent training & development opportunities
• Referral bonuses

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a supervisory capacity within a high‑volume upscale or fine dining restaurant
• Open availability (two days off guaranteed)
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift at least 50 pounds
• Must be able to communicate in and understand English

Preferred Qualifications

• An appetite for providing memorable cuisine and hospitality
• Curious intelligence to continue learning in the position and overall professional culinary career mentality
• Excellent emotional self‑awareness under pressure

How to apply: Please apply directly to this posting with an up‑to‑date resume.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Production

Industry

Restaurants