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Chef de Cuisine
Desert 5 Spot - DC
400 Morse St NE, Washington, DC
Desert 5 Spot - DC hiring Chef de Cuisine in Washington, DC

Desert 5 Spot - DC hiring Chef de Cuisine in Washington, DC

Chef de Cuisine

Desert 5 Spot - DCMore Info

400 Morse St NE, Washington, DC
Full Time • Salary ($110k - $125k)
Expired: Jan 23, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details

Chef de Cuisine

Ten Five Hospitality is excited to announce the launch of a new restaurant and lounge concept in Georgetown, opening in early Spring 2026. We are seeking dynamic, experienced, proven leader, who has a true passion for food & hospitality to join our team as we create an elevated dining experience. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in fine dining service & a passion for delivering exceptional hospitality.

Position Summary

The Chef de Cuisine manages and oversees operations in the kitchen as well as the kitchen staff. This role plans the menu, liaises with suppliers, and controls the budget, and ensures the quality of kitchen operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
  • Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards.
  • Works closely with Partners & Chef Partners on continued menu development.
  • Manage the purchasing and quality of food items to ensure accuracy and freshness.
  • Possesses knowledge of operational systems, which includes payroll, inventory and purchasing.
  • Coaches and develops back-of-house employees by setting clear guidelines and expectations.
  • Manage weekly food cost & inventories and employee payroll budgets.
  • Meet or exceed budget expectations through controlling P&L items.
  • Monitors recipe accuracy, enforcing the use of proper weights and measures.
  • Ensure all food meets the highest quality standards and is served on time.
  • Arrange equipment purchases and repairs.
  • Handle and store food products correctly (FIFO).
  • Ensures Department of Health and company sanitation standards
  • Ensures the general cleanliness of the heart-of-house, and the entire venue.
  • Maximizing efficiency technology system(s) (i.e., Micros, Microsoft Office/Excel).
  • Will partner with General Manager to assist with employee hiring, training & development, scheduling of the BOH team.
  • Being a proactive, creative leader with high standards to help identify and create new organizational tools to drive efficiency and service the ultimate standard bearer.
  • Possess practical knowledge of the job duties of all supervised employees.
  • Being an effective communicator to the team and to restaurant leadership and ownership.
  • All other duties assigned.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for extended periods.
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.
  • Must be able to bend or lift 50 pounds or more.
  • Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.

Skills/ Experience

  • At least two (2) years’ experience in a full service, fine dining, high volume restaurant.
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Ability to focus and multitask and work well under pressure.
  • Strong knowledge of culinary products and technique.
  • Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays when required.
  • Experienced in running operations
  • Leading teams and executing at a consistently high level.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($110,000.00 - $125,000.00)

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


Required Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Budget Management

Menu Planning

Supplier liaison

Quality Control

Coaching

Efficiency Improvement

Problem Solving

Creativity

Time Management

Adaptability

Physical Stamina

Attention to Safety

Customer Service Orientation

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Part of Ten Five Hospitality

At desert 5 spot, we are all about good drinks, good food, and good music.

Desert 5 Spot brings the rustic allure of Pioneertown and Cosmic Americana to Washington DC. Named after the colorful Mojave Desert flower and inspired by Joshua Tree hideouts, throwback roadside motels, and western nostalgia, Desert 5 Spot is the ultimate watering hole for country music lovers. Downstairs, we’re slangin’ classic Americana dishes, specialty cocktails, frozen margaritas, and cold beers, making this the perfect place where cowboys come together. Featuring daily live performances by emerging country artists, the Desert 5 House Band, and line dancing classes. Upstairs, it’s bull rides, strong pours, DJ-spun country, and a patio built for boot-stompin’ under the stars. Desert 5 Spot welcomes one and all to leave their tensions and pretensions at the door, put on their boots, and let the good times roll.

Reservations are recommended. We welcome all to walk-in on a first-come first-served basis for bar service.