Lead Line Cook

Oyster Oyster is hiring a cook / chef de partie to join our team.

Oyster Oyster is looking for driven individuals who want to be a part of cooking towards a sustainable future.


Who you are:

• Attention to detail
• Values working clean and organized
• Team player
• Has a sense of humor
• Driven to get the job done.
• Interested in sustainability

You will also serve at tables and on our kitchen counter as a cook. Be prepared to speak with guests about dishes and preparations.

Our cuisine is anchored in sustainability, utilizing ingredients from the best farmers and producers in the Mid-Atlantic region. With a focus on plants, foraged mushrooms, and local oysters, Oyster Oyster is exploring all the possibilities the plant kingdom has to offer via a multi-course menu. Cooks will work side by side with Chef Rob Rubba in our beautiful open kitchen that overlooks our dining room.

Accolades and Recognition

• 1 star Michelin Guide 2022, 2023, 2024
• Michelin Green Star 2024
• James Beard Award winner for Outstanding Chef in America 2023
• Food & Wine Magazine's Best New Chef in America '22
• James Beard Award Nominee: Best New Restaurant 2022
• Best New Restaurants 2021 (Esquire Magazine)
• * The 50 Best Restaurants in America (for wine enthusiasts)
• The Number One Restaurant (The Washington Post's Fall Dining Guide)
• *Best New Restaurant (Washington City Paper)

benefits:
Oyster Oyster provides a comprehensive benefits package in addition to competitive wages (including a tip pool). As an important member of our team, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical and Dental insurance coverage
• Continuing education classes and professional training opportunities in food and beverage that are provided within the restaurant
• A Family meal made with the same quality ingredients we serve
• Tuesday through Saturday schedule; 5-day work week (no brunch)
• Wine and Beverage education
• Class Trips to farms and producers
• Major Holidays Off
• and more