Dogon Sous Chef

Salamander Employer DC, LLC • Washington, DC

66d • $77,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a talented Sous Chef to join Dōgon, a new restaurant concept in partnership with renowned Chef Kwame Onwuachi at Salamander Washington DC. The Sous Chef will train, supervise, and work with all culinary staff to prepare and present food according to restaurant and service standards. We are looking for individuals passionate about service and eager to learn new skills, emphasizing teamwork and professional development. Salamander Collection specializes in managing Four and Five Star luxury hotels, resorts, and fine food establishments, offering competitive wages, benefits, training, a positive work environment, and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

• High school or equivalent education required.
• 3 to 5 years of culinary experience in a fine dining restaurant.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years of culinary school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assign, in detail, specific duties to all employees for efficient operation of the kitchen.
• Visually inspect, select and use food products of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
• Read and employ math skills for following recipes.
• Process requisitions for supplies.
• Select, train and supervise Dōgon kitchen staff in the proper preparation of menu items.
• Schedule culinary staff so that proper coverage is maintained while keeping payroll costs in line.
• Ensure proper receiving, storage (including temperature setting) and rotation of food products so as to comply with health department regulations.
• Adhere to control procedures for cost and quality.
• Supervise daily cleaning of walk-in and reach-in boxes for safety reasons.
• Maintain vacation schedule for proper staffing.
• Report any equipment in need of repair to chef and engineering for service.
• Perform other duties as necessary and assigned, such as V.I.P. parties and staff meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Benefits
• Best training
• Safe and enjoyable work environment
• Opportunities for advancement
• Employee discounts (golf, tennis, spa, beach, water sports, equestrian, shopping, relaxation)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED