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Sous Chef

RIDGEWELLS INC
BETHESDA, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/21/2026

The Sous Chef is responsible for managing the day-to-day food production for our high-volume operation, servicing a wide variety of high-end off-premise events and contract accounts.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Other responsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Manage a team to produce consistent, high-quality products, and maintain quality standards as per the Executive Chef
  • Ensure kitchen operations are organized, clean and efficient
  • Effectively manage employees to maximize productivity and meet established food preparation deadlines within budget
  • Assist in the development of new and innovative culinary concepts and participate in menu planning, working closely with the Executive Chef and Production Chef
  • Reviews daily/weekly production with Production Chef
  • Manages inventory and puts in daily order lists.
  • Train new kitchen employees and ensure the entire staff practices safe and sanitary food handling procedures per HAACP and ServSafe guidelines
  • Performs other duties associated with the position that are reasonably assigned to support the overall needs of the business.
Qualifications:
  • A minimum of 2 years’ management experience required.
  • Culinary degree is a plus.
  • Proven record in managing high-end, high-volume kitchen operations; thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
  • Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to prioritize, teach and delegate
  • Team player with a positive, helpful personality and strong employee-relation skills
  • Working knowledge of computer applications; experience using CaterXpert a plus
  • Management and leadership skills.
  • Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a multi-tasking, time-sensitive, fast-paced environment
  • Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results

BENEFITS:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401K Retirement Plan

Salary : $68,000 - $72,000

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