Position Title: Executive ChefSalary: $90,000 - $100,000Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Performance Bonus Opportunity (Up to 20% of Base Salary)
Job SummaryRestaurant Associates is seeking an experienced and hospitality-driven Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at a prestigious law firm in Washington, DC. This role operates primarily Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend events supporting a robust catering and client hospitality program.
The Executive Chef will play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences, leading a talented culinary team, and fostering strong client relationships in a professional corporate environment. The ideal candidate brings extensive catering experience, a passion for culinary excellence, and a deep understanding of food safety, sanitation, and operational best practices.
Key Responsibilities- Lead all kitchen operations and culinary production while fostering a safe, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
- Develop and execute regular and specialty menus that align with client expectations and company standards.
- Ensure recipes, portioning, presentation, and production processes are consistently followed.
- Taste and evaluate menu items to maintain the highest standards of food quality and guest satisfaction.
- Oversee catering operations, including planning, execution, and presentation for meetings, events, and special functions.
- Train, coach, and develop culinary team members in food preparation, equipment use, food safety, and sanitation practices.
- Maintain cleaning, maintenance, and sanitation programs for kitchen equipment, storage areas, and workspaces.
- Manage inventory levels and purchasing practices to support operational needs while maintaining cost consciousness.
- Monitor food utilization and minimize waste in accordance with company guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local health regulations, as well as company safety and sanitation standards.
- Partner with clients and stakeholders to deliver a highly responsive and customized dining experience.
- Participate in operational meetings, training initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
What We're Looking For- Culinary leadership experience in corporate dining, hospitality, catering, or related foodservice environments.
- Demonstrated success leading kitchen teams and cultivating a positive workplace culture.
- Strong catering background with experience executing high-quality events and client-facing functions.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience managing inventory, food costs, production planning, and operational efficiency.
- Hands-on culinary skills with a commitment to quality, consistency, and presentation.
- Familiarity with contemporary culinary and catering trends.
- Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
- Comfort using Microsoft Office, Outlook, email, and other business technology tools.
- Commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality and client satisfaction.
- Culinary degree, Associate degree, or equivalent culinary training and experience.
- Experience within corporate dining, professional services, hotel, restaurant, or upscale catering environments.
- Knowledge of large-scale food production and batch cooking techniques.
- Food safety certifications such as ServSafe.
- Passion for mentoring teams and developing culinary talent.
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass StoryAssociates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1559560
Restaurant Associates
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