Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
Xiquet (chee-KETT) by international award-winning Chef Danny Lledó joined the select ranks of MICHELIN Star restaurants in DC in 2021, just one year after first welcoming guests to the intimate dining room in Glover Park.
Xiquet is now known as one of the best fine dining restaurants in Washington DC for memorable, product-focused dishes served with warm, Mediterranean hospitality. The sought-after tasting menu experience showcases innovative preparations of the traditional cuisine of Valencia, ignited by a wood-fire kitchen where Chef Danny creates dishes to order using the finest products sourced both locally and internationally. The flavors of Valencia reflect the region’s warm coastal climate, abundant agriculture, and plentiful fresh seafood. It is also the cradle of the famed Spanish rice dish, Paella.
We are seeking an experienced and driven Sous Chef to continue the growth of Xiquet. The perfect candidate will have a wealth of knowledge in both beverage and wine programs, with the urge of creating and pushing the F&B boundaries. If you have an understanding of world class service and honest hospitality, we want to meet you.
WHY XIQUET?
As a member of the team at Xiquet, you will have the opportunity to work with award-winning chefs and operators who are dedicated to the art of hospitality.
You will learn what it takes to earn and maintain the status of a MICHELIN Star restaurant, and see the impact of that level of care and expertise on guests’ faces every day. While learning from industry experts, you’ll enjoy creating unforgettable experiences for those celebrating the most important milestones in life.
If you are passionate about hospitality, have a desigre to learn from the best, and know that you can make a meaniningful contribution to a small and dedicated team, we would be honored to have you join us.
ACCOLADES
One Star, Michelin Guide 2021, 2022, 2023
Sommelier of the Year, Michelin Guide 2022
5 Diamond AAA Award 2022-2023
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2023
2023 RAMMY Award for Formal Fine Dining Restaurant of The Year
Top Ten on 100 Best Restaurants Washingtonian 2023
OAD Top 100 in North America 2023
QUALIFICATIONS
- 1 year of relevant restaurant experience or recent culinary graduate with exceptional skills
- Able to handle a fast-paced environment and manage pressure well
- Responsible, respectful and team player
- Great work ethic and committed to being the best
- Able to work weekends and without restrictions
- Committed to excellence in every element of menu development and execution
- Someone who thrives in a brigade style kitchen
- Able to build and help to lead a top tier team
- Committed to the success of every single service and every member of the team
- Acritical thinker, creative problem solver, and initiative driven
- Must be detail oriented and meticulous regarding cleanliness and organization
BENEFITS
- Be a part of a Michelin starred restaurant group which is looking to grow
- Very competitive pay
- 100% Health Insurance coverage
- Annual PTO and paid sick leave
- Employee meals
- Flexible schedule
- Sundays & Mondays off
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary (Based on Experience)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Knowledge in Beverage and Wine Programs
Creating and Pushing the F&B Boundaries
Understanding of World Class Service
Honest Hospitality
Ability to Handle a Fast Paced Environment
Ability to Manage Pressure Well
Great Work Ethic
Commitment to Excellence in Menu Development and Execution
Read more
Gallery
Open Jobs From Xiquet
Other jobs you might be interested in
Spanish
Fine Dining
Xiquet (chee-KETT) by Chef Danny Lledó features a sought-after tasting menu showcasing the finest products from around the world served with warm, Mediterranean hospitality. Known as one of the best fine dining restaurants in Washington DC for its modern Spanish cuisine, Xiquet has held a MICHELIN Star since 2021 and earned MICHELIN’s Sommelier of the Year Award in 2022. In the same year, AAA honored Xiquet with the travel authority’s highest rating, making it the only Five Diamond restaurant currently in the city.
As a member of the team at Xiquet, you will have the opportunity to work with award-winning chefs and operators who are dedicated to the art of hospitality. You will learn what it takes to earn and maintain the status of a MICHELIN Star restaurant, and see the impact of that level of care and expertise on guests’ faces every day. While learning from industry experts, you’ll enjoy creating unforgettable experiences for those celebrating the most important milestones in life. If you are passionate about hospitality, have a desire to learn from the best, and know that you can make a meaningful contribution to a small and dedicated team, we would be honored to have you join us.
Awards
20242023
202220222021Leadership
Chef & Proprietor
