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Ned DC • Washington, DC 20006 • Posted 1 day ago via ZipRecruiter
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As the Executive Chef at Neds Club Washington DC, you will lead a team of chefs and kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and inspiring environment that pushes the boundaries of culinary excellence. You will be responsible for crafting innovative menus, developing signature dishes, overseeing all aspects of the kitchen, and providing mentorship to your culinary team.
Responsibilities
- Crafting innovative and seasonally inspired menus that showcase the finest local and global ingredients.
- Develop signature dishes that become synonymous with The Ned's reputation.
- Conduct regular menu tastings with the team to refine recipes and ensure consistency.
- Research and incorporate new flavor profiles, cooking techniques, and global influences.
- Oversee all aspects of the kitchen, including menu costing, inventory management, and food quality and safety.
- Implement and enforce strict quality control measures.
- Collaborate with the purchasing team to source high-quality ingredients.
- Oversee kitchen equipment maintenance and ensure a safe and clean working environment.
- Delegate tasks effectively and empower chefs to take ownership.
- Schedule and lead pre-service briefings for clear communication and seamless kitchen operations.
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development for the culinary team.
- Analyze sales data and menu performance for cost-optimization and menu adjustments.
- Develop strategies to minimize food waste and maximize kitchen efficiency.
- Work collaboratively with the restaurant manager on pricing strategies and menu profitability.
- Cultivate strong relationships with purveyors and distributors for sustainable ingredients.
- Develop and maintain cost-effective menus while maximizing profitability.
- Aid in the recruitment and training of all BOH managers and hourly staff.
Qualifications
Required
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume, luxury restaurant or fine dining establishment.
- Exceptional culinary skills and a deep understanding of fine dining techniques.
- Strong commitment to using seasonal, sustainable, and high-quality ingredients.
- Impeccable leadership skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for creating exceptional dining experiences.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
- Food Handler's Certificate for Washington DC, or equivalent.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Who We Are
Neds Club Washington DC is a new members club that is opening soon around the corner from the White House. Its the second US based Ned site to open following the launch of The Ned London in 2017.
The Property
Neds Club Washington DC is a members club set over three floors of a neoclassical style building situated within Presidents Park at 734 15th Street NW.
The Riggs Building sits opposite the US Treasury and was constructed in 1930. The 12-storey building is located around the corner from the White House and sits above the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream, formerly the historic Riggs Bank Corcoran branch.
The Club has a Rooftop Terrace and Loft Restaurant with views overlooking the White House, US Treasury and Washington Monument, plus a Founders Dining Room, The Library, Drawing Room, Gallery and Conservatory. On level nine, there is a self-contained floor of private event spaces.
The Role...
As Executive Chef, you will be the heart and soul of The Neds culinary program. You will lead a talented team of chefs and kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and inspiring environment that pushes the boundaries of culinary excellence.
Main Duties:
Ideal Qualifications:
Our Doors Are Yours to Open
The Ned is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages, and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
Work Perks
Neds Club Washington DC is a new members club that is opening soon around the corner from the White House. Its the second US based Ned site to open following the launch of The Ned London in 2017.
The Property
Neds Club Washington DC is a members club set over three floors of a neoclassical style building situated within Presidents Park at 734 15th Street NW.
The Riggs Building sits opposite the US Treasury and was constructed in 1930. The 12-storey building is located around the corner from the White House and sits above the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream, formerly the historic Riggs Bank Corcoran branch.
The Club has a Rooftop Terrace and Loft Restaurant with views overlooking the White House, US Treasury and Washington Monument, plus a Founders Dining Room, The Library, Drawing Room, Gallery and Conservatory. On level nine, there is a self-contained floor of private event spaces.
The Role...
As Executive Chef, you will be the heart and soul of The Neds culinary program. You will lead a talented team of chefs and kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and inspiring environment that pushes the boundaries of culinary excellence.
Main Duties:
- Crafting innovative and seasonally inspired menus that showcase the finest local and global ingredients, while staying true to The Ned's distinct culinary identity.
- Develop signature dishes that become synonymous with The Ned's reputation.
- Conduct regular menu tastings with the team to refine recipes and ensure consistency.
- Research and incorporate new flavor profiles, cooking techniques, and global influences while maintaining the core identity of the restaurant's cuisine.
- Overseeing all aspects of the kitchen, including menu costing, inventory management, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation.
- Implement and enforce strict quality control measures to ensure every dish meets the highest standards of freshness, taste, and presentation.
- Collaborate with the purchasing team to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices, prioritizing local and sustainable options whenever possible.
- Oversee kitchen equipment maintenance and ensure a safe and clean working environment that meets all health and safety regulations.
- Delegate tasks effectively, empowering chefs to take ownership and contribute their talents.
- Schedule and lead pre-service briefings to ensure clear communication and seamless kitchen operations.
- Providing mentorship, coaching, and professional development for your culinary team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and mutual respect.
- Analyze sales data and menu performance to identify areas for cost-optimization and menu adjustments.
- Develop strategies to minimize food waste and maximize efficiency in kitchen operations.
- Work collaboratively with the restaurant manager on pricing strategies and menu profitability.
- Cultivating strong relationships with purveyors and distributors to source the freshest, most sustainable ingredients available.
- Developing and maintaining cost-effective menus while maximizing profitability.
- Scheduling of all BOH management team.
- Reviewing monthly inventory to ensure 100% accuracy.
- Responsible for maintaining labor cost in line with budget expectations.
- Aid in the recruitment and training of all BOH managers and hourly staff.
Ideal Qualifications:
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume, luxury restaurant or fine dining establishment.
- Exceptional culinary skills and a deep understanding of fine dining techniques and plating presentation.
- A strong commitment to using seasonal, sustainable, and high-quality ingredients.
- Impeccable leadership skills with the ability to motivate, inspire, and develop a talented culinary team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with staff, vendors, and guests.
- A passion for creating exceptional dining experiences that exceed guest expectations.
- The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to the highest standards of quality and service.
- Food Handler's Certificate for Washington DC, or equivalent if based in a different city/state.
Our Doors Are Yours to Open
The Ned is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages, and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
Work Perks
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Life, STD, LTD Insurance
- Referral bonus + competitive compensation
- Career development, career training and the opportunity to work internationally
- Flexible work schedules
- Discounted family rates
- Family meals
- Two weeks vacation, 9 days PTO, 9 Holidays
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