Creative Food Group is the leading hospitality team behind the award-winning restaurants by Nicholas Stefanelli. Established in 2014 by Chef Nicholas Stefanelli & Paul Jeon, Creative Food Group takes our guests through culinary experiences from the fine dining critically acclaimed Masseria to culinary collective Officina, and soon to the new luxury hotel The Morrow in Washington's vibrant Union Market neighborhood, a part of the DC Curio Collection by Hilton.

In terms of both cuisine and service, our standards are high – and so are those of our guests.

In the kitchen, everything is created from scratch, with great attention to detail, including bread service and all ingredients supporting the cocktail program; we also practice whole animal butchery. Our front-of-the-house team provides seamless service to our guests with knowledge and warmth. We are always looking for individuals who value the importance of hospitality and creating exceptional moments for our guests. .

We offer our family a healthy work-life balance, benefits, and an enriching work environment. We invite you to join our growing creative and passionate team of hospitality professionals.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years in a leadership role in a similar kitchen environment

• At least 2 years of experience as a lead line cook/cook 1 position 

• At 1 year of leadership in the kitchen 

• Ability to work under pressure

Preferred Qualifications:

• About 5 years of experience in fine dining and/or hotel hospitality

• Culinary Program degree

• Ability to analyze costs analysis

• FoodHandlers/Servsafe certification

• Extensive knowledge in French Cuisine

What we expect from you:

• Ability to act with integrity, honesty, and knowledge that promote the culture, values, and mission of Vesper

• Willingness to work and learn in a team environment

• Ability to adapt and make decisions quickly in a fast paced environment

• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with the team(s)

• Strive to present the best products

• Contribute to weekly staff education meetings

• Facilitate good communication with guests and all other necessary parties

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Chef de Cuisine to produce diversified menus in accordance with Chef’s vision 

• Lead the team by being an example - ensure the team is meeting company standards 

• Inspire new dishes which appeal to the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef whenever required 

• Discover talented cooks and train them to reach the high standards of the restaurant

• Train the auxiliary kitchen staff in order to provide best results in minimum time and optimizing available resources

• Supervise kitchen during working hours to maintain a clean and organized kitchen

• Maintain purchasing, inventory, and food cost standards 

• Keep up with kitchen and culinary industry trends 

Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• All employees are to maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance (specifics will be provided)

Creative Food Group strives to cultivate an inclusive work environment and is proud to celebrate diversity within our ranks. We are Equal Opportunity Employers and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to color, race, gender identity, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable law.

All interested energetic team-players looking to continue their personal and professional growth in a young, hungry, and growing hospitality company that feel they meet the qualifications above, are encouraged to apply.