Sous Chef, M Street

DIG is a well-established restaurant dedicated to offering scratch-based, flavorful culinary experiences in a warm and inclusive environment. Renowned for its commitment to quality, DIG sets itself apart by emphasizing fresh, seasonal ingredients and innovative recipes that cater to a diverse clientele. Their restaurant atmosphere focuses on community, teamwork, and delivering exceptional food and service, bringing people together through a shared love of delicious and thoughtfully prepared meals.

As a Sous Chef at DIG, you will play a pivotal role in supporting Restaurant Leaders to ensure culinary and hospitality excellence throughout every shift. This role is ideal for someone who has a genuine passion for cooking and wants to develop their leadership skills within a dynamic kitchen setting. Your responsibilities will include mastering each culinary station by executing recipes and standards consistently, training Chefs-In-Training, and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. The Sous Chef acts as a team leader during busy periods, resolving guest concerns, managing shift logistics, and fostering a collaborative working environment.

This hourly position offers competitive pay ranging from $18.50 to $21 per hour depending on experience, supplemented by $2 to $3 hourly tips and additional benefits. The salary and tips provide a solid compensation package while offering opportunities for career growth within the restaurant’s brigade system. The Sous Chef will manage prep lists, waste logs, and food inventory to ensure the kitchen is efficiently stocked and organized, maintaining smooth operations. This position also involves using the restaurant’s ordering systems and executing shift management duties such as deploying team members effectively and ensuring smooth opening and closing routines.

DIG places a strong emphasis on mentorship and culture, expecting the Sous Chef to cultivate a motivating and positive environment for Chefs-In-Training by modeling culinary expertise and warm hospitality. Participation in team-building activities, interview shadowing, and feedback sessions is an integral part of this role, underscoring the company's focus on growth and employee development. Additionally, the Sous Chef will work to maintain the restaurant's "A" letter grade by adhering strictly to Department of Health regulations and DIG's food safety protocols.

This role suits individuals who are physically able to meet the demands of the kitchen, including lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, and who possess excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail. The Sous Chef acts as a role model for professionalism and inclusivity, upholding DIG’s anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies to foster a supportive workplace environment.

In summary, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow your culinary and leadership abilities in a supportive restaurant that values quality, culture, and community. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a mission-driven approach, DIG is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where diverse candidates are encouraged to thrive and contribute to a shared vision of culinary excellence and hospitality.