Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Food Presentation, Food Quality, Food Safety, Health Plan, Inventory Costs, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Operational Improvement, Operations, Restaurant, Sanitation, Team Lead/Manager
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
Today
NOW HIRING: CHEF DE CUISINE
???? Washington, DC
Lead the kitchen at one of DCs most high-profile, high-volume upscale restaurants.
An established, chef-driven concept in the heart of Washington, DC is seeking a talented Chef de Cuisine to take the reins of daily kitchen operations. This is a premier opportunity within a fast-growing, DC-based restaurant group known for its bold concepts, strong culture, and continued expansion.
This role is ideal for a proven culinary leader who thrives in high-volume environments, leads from the front, and is passionate about driving consistency, quality, and team performance.
Why This Role Stands Out
High-profile, flagship-level restaurant in a prime DC location
Part of a respected and rapidly expanding restaurant group
Strong infrastructure and leadership support
Opportunity to lead a large, established culinary team
Growth potential within a multi-concept organization
The Role
As Chef de Cuisine, you will oversee all back-of-house operations, ensuring excellence in execution, team leadership, and financial performance. You will partner closely with senior leadership to maintain standards while continuing to build a strong, accountable kitchen culture.
What Youll Do
Lead all daily kitchen operations in a high-volume environment
Drive consistency in food quality, presentation, and execution
Manage and develop Sous Chefs and line-level team members
Oversee ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
Execute scheduling and manage labor to meet financial goals
Maintain strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards
Collaborate with leadership on menu execution and operational improvements
Build and maintain a positive, high-performance kitchen culture
What Were Looking For
35+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume upscale restaurant
Current Chef de Cuisine or strong Executive Sous Chef ready to step up
Proven ability to lead large teams in fast-paced kitchens