Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k

Job Description

The Westin Crystal City Reagan National Airport is a premier hotel located in Arlington, Virginia, ideally situated to serve travelers and visitors to the nation's capital. Owned and operated by Dimension Hospitality, an independent franchisee, this hotel reflects a commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. While the franchisee operates independently from Marriott International, the hotel maintains high standards in guest services, accommodations, and amenities to ensure memorable stays for its diverse clientele. The hotel's prime location near Reagan National Airport and the vibrant Crystal City neighborhood makes it a preferred choice for both business and leisure travelers seeking convenience, comfort, and quality service.

The position of Chef de Cuisine at The Westin Crystal City Reagan National Airport is a full-time, non-management role that plays a critical part in the culinary department. The role demands a passionate culinary professional who excels at balancing creativity with consistency, quality, and cost control within a fast-paced environment. The Chef de Cuisine is instrumental in leading culinary operations, ensuring outstanding food preparation, and maintaining professional kitchen standards that contribute to memorable dining experiences for guests. This position provides an opportunity to lead a culinary team, oversee menu design, and manage the operational aspects of kitchen sanitation and food safety.

As Chef de Cuisine, you will support the daily leadership and execution of the culinary team's objectives. Your expertise will help maintain high standards in food quality, consistency, and presentation while controlling food costs and driving productivity. Collaborating closely with the General Manager, you will contribute to strategy development and profitability, ensuring that the culinary operations align with business goals. You will also be responsible for training, coaching, and developing your culinary team, fostering a motivated and efficient workplace. Working at The Westin Crystal City offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $85,000, coupled with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401K plan.

This role requires a strong leader who is organized, dependable, and committed to excellence, with a solid understanding of food safety regulations, sanitation protocols, and cost control principles. Flexibility in work schedule is essential, as this position requires availability during nights, weekends, and holidays. Joining The Westin Crystal City means becoming part of a dynamic hospitality environment dedicated to providing exceptional food and beverage experiences in one of Arlington's most prestigious hotels.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
  • previous culinary leadership experience
  • strong cooking and kitchen management skills
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • ability to lead and motivate a team
  • organized and dependable
  • commitment to excellence

Job Qualifications

  • Previous culinary leadership experience required
  • strong cooking, preparation, and kitchen management skills
  • ability to lead, motivate, and support a diverse team
  • organized, dependable, and committed to excellence
  • solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and cost control

Job Duties

  • Lead culinary operations
  • oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation standards
  • maintain food quality, consistency, and portion control
  • create and design restaurant menu
  • oversee safety, sanitation, and cleanliness of all kitchen areas
  • manage food cost, purchasing and vendors
  • collaborate with General Manager on strategy and profitability
  • train, coach, and develop culinary team

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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