Sous Chef

Washington, DC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $56,600.00 - $76,400.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

competitive compensation

performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health benefits

wellness benefits

Retirement Savings Plans

employee dining

Partner discounts

Job Description

Jose Andres Group (JAG) is a renowned hospitality company led by the celebrated Chef Jose Andres, who is globally recognized for his innovative culinary artistry and commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. The company prides itself on a values-driven culture that emphasizes world-class food quality, warm hospitality, and sustainable practices. JAG operates multiple acclaimed dining concepts worldwide, each reflecting Chef Andres' passion for creativity, community engagement, and excellence in the culinary arts. With a diverse portfolio of restaurants and culinary ventures, JAG has established itself as a leader in the fine dining and casual-fine dining sectors, consistently earning critical acclaim... Show More

Job Requirements

3-5+ years of professional kitchen experience with 1-2+ years as a lead/strong line cook or Sous in upscale/casual-fine or fine dining
advanced station skills (grill, saute, fry, garde manger) and strong expo experience
knowledge of HACCP/food safety
ServSafe Manager or equivalent (or ability to obtain)
proven ability to coach teams, stay organized under pressure, and communicate clearly
familiarity with KDS/POS, inventory, and scheduling tools
Google Workspace comfort
schedule flexibility (nights, weekends, holidays)

Job Qualifications

3-5+ years of professional kitchen experience with 1-2+ years as a lead/strong line cook or Sous in upscale/casual-fine or fine dining
advanced station skills (grill, saute, fry, garde manger) and strong expo experience
knowledge of HACCP/food safety
ServSafe Manager or equivalent (or ability to obtain)
proven ability to coach teams, stay organized under pressure, and communicate clearly
familiarity with KDS/POS, inventory, and scheduling tools
Google Workspace comfort
schedule flexibility (nights, weekends, holidays)

Job Duties

Lead line checks and pre-service tastings
calibrate seasoning, temperatures, texture, and plating to spec
uphold standardized recipes and SOPs
coach cooks on knife skills, fire management, station organization, and expo discipline
own the pass or a key station during assigned services
protect window times and quality
monitor KDS/printers
communicate pacing, 86s, and low pars to FOH leadership promptly
drive immediate recovery for remakes and service issues
capture learnings in manager logs
translate forecast into actionable prep lists
set station pars and adjust throughout the day
verify labeling, dating, FIFO, and hold times
ensure accurate yields on batch production
support menu changes/specials with mise en place, tastings, and training materials
enforce DOH/HACCP protocols including cooling logs, hot/cold holding, allergen/cross-contact protocols, and personal hygiene
maintain cleaning schedules and equipment care
ensure safe chemical/PPE use
prepare for inspections and correct violations immediately
assist with ordering and receiving
verify quality/temperatures and proper storage by zone
maintain inventory accuracy and waste logs
reinforce portioning and recipe adherence to meet COGS targets
flag shortages and propose substitutions that protect quality and margin
provide input on schedules to match volume and skill mix
manage breaks and deployment in shift
cross-train team across stations
ensure safe operation and daily maintenance of kitchen equipment
filter fryers, clean hoods/filters per schedule
submit/track work orders and tag out unsafe equipment
execute BEOs, PDR, and off-site activations to standard, on time and to cost
support openings and seasonal transitions including hiring support, training, tastings, prep builds, and stabilization

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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