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Sous Chef
YELLOW - Union Market
417 Morse Street Northeast, Washington, DC
YELLOW - Union Market hiring Sous Chef in Washington, DC

YELLOW - Union Market hiring Sous Chef in Washington, DC

Sous Chef

YELLOW - Union MarketMore Info

417 Morse Street Northeast, Washington, DC
Full Time • Salary ($60k - $70k)
Expired: Oct 1, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details

YELLOW Union Market seeking PM Sous Chef to join the team, who is excited about bringing a sincere sense of hospitality to a great space on Morse ST NE in the heart of Union Market.  We are excited to bring a brand new dinner concept to our new space!

Chef/owner Michael Rafidi takes inspiration from his family’s Palestinian roots, bringing to the table an experience that melds the ancient tradition of the region’s coal-fired cuisine with local, seasonal, Mid-Atlantic ingredients and a refined culinary acumen. The Union Market location of YELLOW, expands on the lunch offerings with pastries which meld Levantine ingredients with classic French technique, pita sandwiches, kebabs and inventive coffee offerings by day. 

The ideal Sous Chef candidate has at least 3 years of cooking experience, including 1 year in a sous chef position or similar.
We offer competitive hourly pay, health benefits available after 2 years, employee dining discounts, 401k after 1 year, and opportunities to learn and grow with training and leadership opportunities.

We look forward to hearing from you!  Yalla!

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($60,000.00 - $70,000.00)

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


Required Skills

Cooking Experience

Culinary Creativity

Creativity in Menu Development

Knowledge of Local and Seasonal Ingredients

Teamwork

Knowledge of Coal Fired Cooking Techniques

Leadership Skills

Sous Chef Experience

Adaptability to New Concepts

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Culinary Skills

Team Leadership and Management Skills

Collaboration

Experience With Coal Fired Cooking Techniques

Creativity

Ability to Train and Mentor Staff

Adaptability to New Culinary Concepts

Knowledge of Levantine Ingredients

Understanding of Seasonal Ingredient Sourcing

Problem Solving Skills

Adaptability

Mentorship Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Coal Fired Cuisine

Collaboration With Kitchen Staff

Cultural Awareness

Attention to Detail in Food Presentation

Culinary Acumen

Time Management Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Train and Mentor Junior Staff

Local and Seasonal Ingredient Knowledge

Passion for culinary arts

Team Collaboration

Customer Service

Strong Communication Skills

Refined Culinary Acumen

Problem Solving Skills in a Kitchen Setting

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication

Levantine Ingredients

Training

Ability to Work Under Pressure

French Culinary Technique

Knowledge of Seasonal Ingredients

Menu Development

Training and Mentorship

Coffee Preparation Skills

Collaboration With Culinary Team

Knowledge of Mid Atlantic Ingredients

Team Leadership

Coffee Preparation

Kebab Preparation

Pastry Making

Health and Safety Regulations Compliance

Ability to work in fast paced environment

Time Management

Communication Skills

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Middle Eastern, French, Salads / Sandwiches / Soups

Bakery / Patisserie, Cafe, Casual Dining

Part of The Habibi Project

YELLOW, a cafe from Chef Michael Rafidi, offers a taste of the Levant with a menu of baked goods, mezze, wood-fired pita sandwiches, & specialty drinks. A highlight of the experience are sweet and savory pastries which blend French technique and Middle Eastern flavors. The coffee program is curated by Coffee Director Ayat Elhag & sourced by counter culture.

Awards / Distinctions
2025
Leadership
Michael Rafidi

Owner

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