Head Chef

Moxies is a renowned premium casual dining restaurant brand with over 50 locations across Canada and the United States, including a significant presence in Washington, DC. Operating for more than 30 years, Moxies offers a vibrant dining experience that combines culinary excellence, handcrafted dishes, signature cocktails, and award-winning hospitality. Inspired by esteemed Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson, whose background includes Michelin-recognized restaurants and designing menus for prestigious events like the James Beard House Canada 150th celebration, Moxies is dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative dishes crafted with fresh, artful flavors in a captivating ambience. The brand is deeply committed to the craft of cooking, ensuring every dish meets exacting standards before it reaches the customer.

Moxies is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head Chef to lead its high-volume kitchen in Washington, DC. This pivotal leadership role requires a hands-on culinary professional who excels within a structured, systems-driven environment and has a proven track record of success with multi-unit national restaurant brands. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in operational consistency, masterful recipe execution, and strict adherence to brand standards, ensuring every dish meets Moxies’ exacting quality benchmarks. Familiarity with Crunchtime inventory systems is essential, as well as demonstrated competence in managing food costs, controlling inventory, and driving efficient kitchen operations.

As Head Chef, you will lead, coach, and develop a sizable culinary team, fostering a culture centered on accountability, high performance, and continuous growth. You will play a vital role in talent development and succession planning, ensuring high engagement and fostering a positive, productive back-of-house environment. This role requires a leader who balances operational excellence with a people-focused approach, capable of delivering consistent, high-quality food even under the pressures of a fast-paced kitchen. Your passion for hospitality, meticulous attention to detail, and dedication to ongoing improvement will be key to maintaining and enhancing Moxies' reputation for culinary and service excellence.