Banquet Sous Chef

The Dupont Circle Hotel is an elegant luxury hotel nestled in the vibrant heart of Washington DC, situated right on the iconic Dupont Circle. Known for its chic style and luxurious appointments, the hotel features 327 beautifully designed guest rooms and 12 bespoke penthouse suites on the 9th floor, offering guests an opulent and comfortable stay in the nation’s capital. Established as a premier destination for both leisure and business travelers, The Dupont Circle is home to the acclaimed Pembroke Restaurant, which serves exquisite American-French cuisine, and Doyle Bar, renowned for its flawless cocktails and inviting terrace that attract a diverse and cosmopolitan crowd from across the city and beyond. Beyond its culinary offerings, the hotel is a distinguished venue for hosting a variety of events including high-profile banquets, private dining experiences, weddings, and conferences, offering nearly 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space that caters to large-scale functions with exceptional service and quality.

We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Banquet Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. This permanent role provides an annual salary of $80,000 plus an attractive benefits package. The successful candidate will play a critical role in leading and managing banquet kitchen operations, ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality food for conferences, wedding celebrations, corporate events, and special gatherings. As Banquet Sous Chef, you will work closely with the executive culinary team and the broader hotel staff to maintain impeccable standards of food preparation and presentation for large groups. The position demands a passionate leader who thrives on mentoring and developing junior chefs, fostering teamwork, and sustaining a high level of organization and excellence in all banquet services. The ideal candidate will be adept at balancing creativity with consistency, ensuring that every dish served aligns with the hotel’s reputation for culinary excellence.

Joining The Dupont Circle means becoming part of a team that values hard work, innovation, and hospitality excellence. The hotel fosters a supportive workplace culture with a strong emphasis on personal and professional development. Our in-house training team is dedicated to your growth, providing the resources and support required to hone your skills and advance your culinary career. Additionally, this role offers great perks including free meals during duty, a generous health plan, a 401k retirement savings plan, discounted hotel room rates in the United States, the UK, and Ireland, and various rewards and recognition programmes. Located conveniently with access to the Metro and commuter benefits, The Dupont Circle Hotel is not just a workplace but a community that celebrates achievements through regular social events like summer and Christmas parties and team gatherings. If you have a passion for culinary arts and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this opportunity to contribute to an iconic Washington DC hotel’s banquet operations could be the perfect next step in your career.