Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
About the Position:
We are looking for an experienced and highly organized culinary professional with a deep commitment to fine dining. Our ideal candidate thrives in a brigade-style kitchen, demonstrates exemplary cooking skills, and has a keen eye for detail and cleanliness. You will work closely with our Executive Chef to develop menus, manage kitchen operations, and maintain the highest quality in every dish.
Join the Michelin-Starred Culinary Team at Xiquet by Danny Lledó
Xiquet by Danny Lledó, Washington D.C.'s premier Michelin-starred restaurant specializing in innovative Valencian cuisine, is seeking a skilled and driven Sous Chef to join our celebrated kitchen team. Known for seamlessly blending Spanish traditions with modern flair, our restaurant provides a dining experience like no other. As Sous Chef, you will play an essential role in upholding our standards of excellence and helping lead the kitchen to new culinary heights.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Executive Chef in menu development, sourcing, and ingredient costing
- Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring each service runs smoothly and meets Michelin-star standards
- Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure consistency and quality
- Train, mentor, and guide kitchen staff, promoting a culture of teamwork and excellence
- Manage inventory, conduct regular ordering, and maintain vendor relationships
- Uphold meticulous standards of cleanliness, organization, and safety within the kitchen
- Assist in menu planning, tasting, and creating innovative dishes that reflect our culinary vision
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation based on experience and skill level
- Comprehensive, fully paid health insurance plan for full-time employees
- Every Sunday and Monday off, as the restaurant is closed
- Opportunity to work in an award-winning, Michelin-starred kitchen with a focus on skill-building and advancement
Accolades:
- One Star, Michelin Guide 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- Sommelier of the Year, Michelin Guide 2022
- 5 Diamond AAA Award 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
- Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2023, 2024, 2025, 2025
- 2023 RAMMY Award for Formal Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year
- Top Ten on 100 Best Restaurants Washingtonian 2023
- OAD Top 100 in North America since 2023
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a fine dining kitchen, ideally in a Sous Chef or similar role
- Strong knowledge of American and European cuisine, especially French and Spanish
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- High attention to detail, with a commitment to quality and cleanliness
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
- Current ServSafe certification, DC DOH certificate, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($60,000.00 - $75,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Menu Development
Leadership
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Creativity in Menu Planning
Menu Execution
Creativity in Culinary Arts
Brigade Style Kitchen
Strong Communication Skills
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Xiquet (chee-KETT) by Chef Danny Lledó features a sought-after tasting menu showcasing the finest products from around the world served with warm, Mediterranean hospitality. Known as one of the best fine dining restaurants in Washington DC for its modern Spanish cuisine, Xiquet has held a MICHELIN Star since 2021 and earned MICHELIN’s Sommelier of the Year Award in 2022. In the same year, AAA honored Xiquet with the travel authority’s highest rating, making it the only Five Diamond restaurant currently in the city.
As a member of the team at Xiquet, you will have the opportunity to work with award-winning chefs and operators who are dedicated to the art of hospitality. You will learn what it takes to earn and maintain the status of a MICHELIN Star restaurant, and see the impact of that level of care and expertise on guests’ faces every day. While learning from industry experts, you’ll enjoy creating unforgettable experiences for those celebrating the most important milestones in life. If you are passionate about hospitality, have a desire to learn from the best, and know that you can make a meaningful contribution to a small and dedicated team, we would be honored to have you join us.
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