Sous Chef

The Maison; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative boutique hospitality group seeks a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role is pivotal in supporting the Chef de Cuisine to deliver exceptional French-inspired dishes in a vibrant restaurant setting. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills while mentoring junior staff. With a focus on quality and consistency, you'll play a key role in menu development and kitchen operations, making a significant impact in creating memorable dining experiences for locals and travelers alike.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a leadership role in a high-end kitchen.
• Strong understanding of modern French cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and ensure food quality.
• Supervise kitchen staff and manage schedules.
• Collaborate on menu development focusing on French cuisine.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Job Details

The Popal Group is a growing family-driven boutique hospitality group setting the standard for DC dining through ambitious restaurant concepts. We are currently seeking an experienced Sous Chef to help join our kitchen team at our newest concept Maison. We are a small restaurant, and aim to be the 'neighborhood' place that is sought out by locals and world travelers alike.

Position Overview

The Sous Chef at Maison plays a vital role in supporting the Chef de Cuisine in ensuring the smooth daily operation of the kitchen. You will be helping create exceptional French-inspired dishes while leading and motivating the kitchen team to maintain quality and consistency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring that food is prepared to the highest standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff, including managing schedules and helping resolve issues that arise during service.
• Be ready at all times to operate/cover as a CDP and manage one section of the kitchen (e.g., pastry, sauce, grill).
• Collaborate with the CDC on menu development, focusing on modern French cuisine that pairs well with the restaurant’s extensive wine list.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels, placing orders and managing food costs.
• Uphold cleanliness, organization, and safety standards across the kitchen.
• Support and mentor junior kitchen staff, offering constructive feedback and training.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar leadership role in a high-end kitchen.
• Strong understanding of modern French cuisine and cooking techniques.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
  
  

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Wednesday to Sunday
• Weekends
  
  

More detail about Maison part of The Popal Group, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/878962-Maison

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Restaurants

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