Sous Chef
Mercy Me
1143 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037, United States
Mercy Me hiring Sous Chef in Washington, DC

Mercy Me hiring Sous Chef in Washington, DC

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Full Time • Salary (Based on Experience)
Expired: Feb 2, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
Restaurant Description
Mercy Me is an exceptional restaurant, bar, and lounge located in the elegant lobby of the
Yours Truly Hotel. Our menu celebrates South American cuisine by respecting traditional
cooking methods with the influences of historical migrations and modern culinary trends. We
are actively seeking enthusiastic and experienced individuals to join our friendly food and
beverage team. At Mercy Me, we believe in teamwork across all departments, including Culinary and Hospitality, to achieve our main goal: providing genuine hospitality and ensuring our guests
are always satisfied. As a team member, you will regularly interact with colleagues from both
departments, requiring effective and respectful communication with your coworkers and
managers. This role allows for you to be focused on creating cuisine inspired from cultures all
around South America.

Job Description
The Cook role is focused on being fully present and engaged in an environment that is fast
paced. Requiring a large amount of sharp mental acuity and focus on attention to detail. Challenging but extremely rewarding in the potential growth offered. The focus is on performing and perfecting the craft of being a chef and cook. We focus on learning the skills that help our staff grow and develop internally and externally.

Compensation
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Competitive; Anticipated compensation for a Sous Chef position comprises a Salary, depending on experience, for employees who work the scheduled shifts to get the job done.

Sous Chef

ACCOUNTABLE TO:
Executive Chef, General Manager 

EXPECTATIONS

Be a role model for cleanliness, organization and work ethic for all staff.

Uphold the highest standards of food production to ensure a safe and quality product for the
guest.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES

Maintain cleanliness of back of house (BOH)

Set up a weekly and monthly cleaning schedule utilizing all staff of BOH

Assign deep cleaning tasks to cooks that are scheduled during carpet cleaning and/or hood
cleaning nights

Utilize a check out system for all of the cooks, checking not only stock but also cleanliness of
kitchen

Contribute to the creative process of the restaurant. Creating menu item, streamlining details
and focus on training the staff


Supervise BOH

Perform evaluations of cooks. Compensation will be up to General Manager.

Train and supervise the training of all new cooks

Make sure rotation procedures are being followed and overstocking is not occurring

Create a waste sheet

Be aware of portioning

Maintain all thermometers in freezers and coolers (make sure they are present and working)

Check all temperatures of cold and hot products to make sure they are correct

Count inventory and calculate food cost

Complete product ordering
QUALIFICATIONS

4 years or more of foodservice experience

High School Diploma
UNIFORM CODE

The expectation of Mercy Me DC to it’s approach to food is that presentation is key. We respect the nature of our food and beverages and will do our utmost to present them beautifully to our patrons. As staff, we will show the same respect to ourselves and ensure our personal presentation is as excellent as our food and drink.

Uniform requirements and uniform stipend explained upon hire.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Advanced Knife Skills

Fish Butchery

Menu Creation

Food Safety Knowledge

Meat Butchery

Effective Communication

Kitchen Management

Supervision

Ordering / Purchasing

Training

Expediting

Cleaning / Sanitation

Food Cost Calculation

Safety Procedures Knowledge

Ordering

Inventory Management

Creativity

Food Handler Certification

Attention to Detail

Grilling

Organization

Menu Development

High Standards of Food Production

Sauteing

Meat Cookery

Receiving

Presentation Skills

Scheduling

Fish Cookery

Recipe Development

Plating and Presentation

Basic Knife Skills

Portioning

Vegetable Cookery

Prepping Ingredients

Frying

Leadership

Sauce Making

Costing

Safety and Sanitation

Communication

ServSafe Certified

100 Covers Per Night

Positive Attitude

Pasta Cooking

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Kitchen Equipment Maintenance

Conflict Resolution

Family Meal Preparation

Knife Skills

Culinary Skills

Team Management

Pasta Dough Making

Training Others

Can Lift Up to 50 Lbs

Problem Solving

Quality Control

Woodfire Cooking

Dressing Making

Dough Making

Food Prep

High Volume Cooking

Office Suite Software

Kitchen Equipment Use

200 Covers Per Night

Consistencey

Integrity

Accountability

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Argentinean, South American

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Part of Unordinary Hospitality

What is Mercy Me at Yours Truly DC Hotel
Mercy Me is a South American inspired restaurant | bar | and dining lounge nestled within Yours Truly Hotel Lobby. Our menu pays homage to the rich tapestry of South American cuisine, blending traditional flavors with influences from historical migrations and contemporary culinary trends.
Who are we?
Mercy Me is operated by Unordinary Hospitality Group. Our people are the key to our success! We are a dedicated, strong family that strives to see each and every one of its members succeed. From the newest associate to our most seasoned manager, we all come together under the guiding belief that together, we can accomplish anything. We are always looking for dynamic motivated individuals who are yearning to make their mark on the world of hospitality. Located in the West End neighborhood of Washington, DC, we are close to Dupont Circle, Foggy Bottom, George Washington University, and four Metro lines.

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