Head Chef | Sustainable Seafood Opening | DC

4 weeks ago

Washington, United States One Haus Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Independent Hospitality brand with locations both in the US and abroad is seeking a Head Chef to oversee the newest opening project in DC. The concept is heavily focused on ingredient driven, sustainable seafood. The Head Chef is the lead of the kitchen, all kitchen staff report to the Head Chef.The Head Chef is directly responsible for every dish that leaves the kitchen.Working closely with the sous chefs, pastry chef, line staff, prep staff, and kitchen porter to ensure the restaurants vision is produced to spec standards.Communication with the Executive chef and executing on the line is a core function of the position.The Head Chef is responsible for executing, conceiving, and planning R&D for new dishes as well as continuous involvement with existing dishes evolution with the goal of improvement.It is important the Head Chef is capable of motivating the team while still able to professionally maintain a business focused perspective to appropriately discipline employees as needed.While collaboration is a key component of the role, changes and creative direction need to be communicated and agreed upon by the Executive Chef.The Head Chef should efficiently execute day to day service and ensure all dishes are leaving the kitchen at their best.


General Scope: Supervise and manage all kitchen staff, achieving operational pars while maintaining agreed upon standards.Working alongside Executive Chef to execute culinary vision.Ensure staff are appropriately trained and have all the tools and equipment needed to effectively execute their job function.Proactively ensuring staff under Sous Chefs supervision are monitored and guided to effectively produce consistent high caliber food in a clean and safe work environment.

As managers we are working proactively to continuously improve our product and craft; working to combine the collective talents of our team to create our best and continue to improve upon it.

Responsible for meeting all standards on:

daily prep and organization,

cleanliness of the kitchen,

line cook and prep cook execution,

effective time management throughout the kitchen.

Required job functions:

maintain agreed upon cost margins for labor and other BOH COGS,

attending mandatory trading meetings/calls,

execute regular performance reviews and open blend sessions,

utilizing and managing group wide inventory and stock management systems,

creation, management, and adherence to SOPs,

managing inventory and maintenance of BOH equipment, tools, and regular scheduled maintenance services,

work in collaboration with HR in the sourcing, on-boarding, hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions,

participation and contribution to group PR and marketing initiatives,

addressing and adapting to the special needs of our VIP client, artists, partners, and directors,

lead and maintain agreed upon group sustainability initiatives,

foster and maintain purveyor relationships,

effective and continuous communication with chefs and staff,

effective communication and execution on ordering needs,

executing R&D and costing of planned projects in consultation with the Executive Chef,

ensuring the following shifts are operationally specd prior to checking out,

cooking on the line when needed,

deep understanding of all items on the menu with the ability to safely identify and modify allergy restrictions,

deep understanding of all menu methods and recipes for both front of house and back of house training,

effectively monitoring product received from purveyors to meet the brand standards,

event planning, costing, production, execution, and prep,

ensuring staff are appropriately trained and executing to spec,

understanding of food costing,

ensuring checklists are being effectively completed by staff,

hold and attend mandatory meetings,

professional and courteous workplace conduct and etiquette,

holding all staff accountable to consistent production and efficiencies,

monitoring and holding staff accountable to the schedule,

communicating staff deficiencies with management and executing appropriate disciplinary actions,

leading by example by demonstrating good technique, exemplary behavior, knowledge, and positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time,

Must be able to lift 30 lbs,

Must be able to perform repetitive bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting of products and supplies

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