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Sous Chef
PubKey DC LLC
410 7th St NW, Washington, DC
PubKey DC LLC hiring Sous Chef in Washington, DC

PubKey DC LLC hiring Sous Chef in Washington, DC

Sous Chef

PubKey DC LLCMore Info

410 7th St NW, Washington, DC
Full Time • Salary ($60k - $80k)
Expires: Nov 12, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

4 years


Job Details
PubKey is expanding in DC and looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our team. We’re more than just a restaurant — PubKey is a multi-concept space blending tavern classics, refined seasonal cuisine, and cutting-edge culture under one roof.

We’re seeking a leader who can bring creativity, consistency, and passion to the kitchen, working alongside our Executive Chef to deliver both approachable tavern fare and elevated fine dining menus that highlight the best of Mid-Atlantic ingredients.

What We’re Looking For
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in fine dining and 1-2 years in pub/tavern cuisine
• Culinary Style: Strong grasp of local, seasonal cooking with the ability to execute across multiple menu concepts
• Leadership: Ability to train, mentor, and inspire a diverse kitchen team while maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency
• Skills: Strong organizational, prep, and line skills; ability to manage high-volume service without sacrificing refinement
• Languages: Spanish-speaking preferred (not required)
• Culture Fit: Familiarity with Bitcoin and Bitcoin culture a plus (but not required)

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($60,000.00 - $80,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off


Required Skills

Creativity in Menu Development

Consistency in Food Preparation and Presentation

Passion for culinary arts

Ability to Work Collaboratively With a Team

Mentorship and Coaching Skills

high attention to detail

Ability to Thrive in a Fast Paced Environment

Adaptability to Different Cooking Styles

Knowledge of Mid Atlantic Ingredients

Strong Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills in a Kitchen Setting

Time Management Skills

Ability to Maintain Quality Under Pressure

Understanding of Food Safety and Hygiene Standards

Cultural Awareness Related to Bitcoin and Its Community

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Part of Pubkey NYC

PubKey DC is a 10,000-sf hospitality venue featuring a neighborhood tavern, multiple event spaces, private dining, and a full-service restaurant. In addition to operating lunch and dinner service 7 days a week our team is capable of producing events ranging from simple podcasts to raves and everything in between. We place an extremely high emphasis on hospitality, and a total professional commitment to guest experience across everything we do.

We're also the flagship always-on IRL home of the global Bitcoin community - holding free and open to the public community events designed to educate and excite around Bitcoin and the related topics of freedom, open-source software, privacy, and more.

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