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Sous Chef
The Dabney
122 Blagden Alley, Washington, DC 20001, United States
The Dabney hiring Sous Chef in Washington, DC

The Dabney hiring Sous Chef in Washington, DC

Sous Chef

The DabneyMore Info

122 Blagden Alley, Washington, DC 20001, United States
Full Time • Salary ($60k - $75k)
Expired: Sep 23, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
Recognized by Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, and the James Beard Foundation, The Dabney is looking for qualified, sous chefs to join its growing team.

The Dabney, Chef Jeremiah Langhorne's first solo project, is located in the historic Blagden Alley in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, DC. Chef Langhorne and his team are looking to bring energetic, enthusiastic and passionate people to the restaurant, which features seasonal and Mid-Atlantic inspired cuisine. In our dining room, guests will find bare tables and exposed historic brick walls, service that's refined but relaxed, and a dining experience that's unpretentious, delicious, and fun. Come join our team!

Chef minimum requirements: - Two years kitchen experience - An enthusiasm for hospitality and desire to please - A personal interest in quality, regional and sustainable food - Flexible schedule. Must be able to work weekends and holidays Interested candidates should respond with a resume and references to [email protected]

Visit our website: www.thedabney.com Read the Washington Post's profile of our chef, Jeremiah Langhorne: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/why-this-chef-wont-use-lemons-or-olive-oil/2015/10/05/324e25d0-66c8-11e5-9ef3-fde182507eac_story.html Read about The Dabney in the Wall Street Journal: http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-rise-of-mid-atlantic-cuisine-1447099889

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($60,000.00 - $75,000.00)


Required Skills

Enthusiasm for Hospitality

Desire to Please

Adaptability

Interest in Quality, Regional, and Sustainable Food

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Passion for culinary arts

Quality Food

Customer Service Orientation

Regional Food

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Sustainable Food

Creativity in Food Preparation

Teamwork

Knowledge of Seasonal Ingredients

Commitment to Sustainability

Strong Work Ethic

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Follow Instructions

Willingness to Learn

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American

Fine Dining

Part of Restaurants by Chef Jeremiah Langhorne and Alex Zink

At The Dabney, we source our food from the Mid-Atlantic’s finest farms and purveyors. The centerpiece of our open kitchen is a wood-burning hearth that allows us to showcase the region’s versatility while staying true to its classic cooking methods. In our dining room, guests will find bare tables and exposed historic brick walls, service that’s refined but relaxed, and a dining experience that’s unpretentious, delicious, and fun.

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