Sous Chef

HC-Resource; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-Resource is seeking an experienced Sous Chef for a high-volume restaurant in Washington, DC, known for its exceptional Southern hospitality. The role involves leading a culinary team, ensuring quality and safety in operations, and offers competitive salary and benefits including vacation and internal advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Two weeks paid vacation

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Twice-daily family meals

Paid sick leave

Comprehensive medical benefits

Opportunities for internal advancement

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in high-volume, upscale casual dining environments.
• Experience in scratch kitchens preferred.
• Strong ability to remain calm and organized under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations ensuring high standards in taste, appearance, and timing.
• Recruit, select, and develop a competent culinary team.
• Maintain compliance with food safety standards and local regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Communication

Time Management

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

HC-Resource is looking for an experienced and dedicated Sous Chef for an upscale, high-volume restaurant location in Washington, DC. Our client is nationally recognized for exceptional Southern hospitality, scratch-made comfort food, and an innovative culinary approach. This is a growing concept with significant opportunity for career advancement!

If you are passionate about leading a culinary team, delivering exceptional food quality, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to speak with you!

Responsibilities:

• Oversee culinary operations ensuring execution of all dishes meets high standards in taste, appearance, and timing.

• Recruit, select, and develop a highly competent culinary team.

• Provide hands-on leadership, training, and development to maintain accountability and high performance.

• Manage inventory, ordering, and portion control to consistently achieve financial targets.

• Maintain strict compliance with food safety standards, ServSafe guidelines, and local DC Department of Health regulations.

• Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture focused on excellence, respect, and growth.

• Support cross-training initiatives and career growth for culinary staff.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven leadership experience in high-volume, upscale casual dining environments.

• Experience working in scratch kitchens, with Southern or comfort food expertise highly preferred.

• Strong ability to remain calm, organized, and efficient under pressure.

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to inspire and lead by example.

• A positive attitude, committed to creating a supportive and engaging work environment.

• ServSafe certified or willingness to obtain certification promptly.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Two weeks paid vacation.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

• Twice-daily family meals.

• Paid sick leave.

• Comprehensive medical benefits.

• Opportunities for internal advancement and promotion.

Join our client’s thriving culinary team and take your career to the next level with a brand known for culinary excellence and genuine hospitality!