Sous Chef: Creative Menu Leader with Flexible Hours

Rosewood Hotel Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Complimentary room nights

Restaurant discount

Meal during shift

Life Insurance

AD&D

Job summary

Rosewood Washington, D.C. is seeking a Sous Chef to lead all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring the highest quality and consistency for a la carte, buffet and events.

You will manage kitchen staff, control food costs, develop menus, and uphold safety standards while delivering exceptional guest service in a luxury setting.

This role requires a minimum of two years in a similar luxury hotel or restaurant and offers a salary of $72,000–$77,000 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in a similar capacity for a 4- or 5-star hotel or restaurant.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; formal culinary training preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, speed and accuracy; ability to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and Outlets, In Room Dining, Banquets and events.
• Ensure consistency in food preparation and presentation according to recipes and standards.
• Train, supervise and coach kitchen staff; conduct daily briefings.
• Maintain food costs and labor costs; manage food ordering and inventory.
• Enforce safety, health and sanitation policies; ensure compliance with regulations.
• Communicate with other hotel teams and respond to guest feedback.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary training preferred

Job description

Rosewood Washington, D.C. is seeking a Sous Chef to lead all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring the highest quality and consistency for a la carte, buffet and events.

You will manage kitchen staff, control food costs, develop menus, and uphold safety standards while delivering exceptional guest service in a luxury setting.

This role requires a minimum of two years in a similar luxury hotel or restaurant and offers a salary of $72,000–$77,000 with comprehensive benefits.