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Executive Chef

the Chef Agency
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/11/2026

Location: Washington, DC (Open to Relo)
Salary: $115,000-$120,000
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision,  20% Bonus, PTO, Paid Sick Time, Commuter Benefits, Family Leave
 
An upscale urban winery and event venue is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee restaurant and banquet operations. 
 
Qualifications:
  • 4-6 years of progressive culinary leadership experience, in an upscale, high-volume restaurant and hotels.
  •  Banquet, catering, or event culinary experience, with the ability to execute large-scale events and à la carte service of up to 350 covers.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing food and labor costs, budgeting, forecasting, P&L performance, and developing culinary teams.
Responsibilities:
  • Oversee all culinary operations across the restaurant, tasting room, private events, and off-site catering, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and execution.
  • Lead, train, and develop culinary management and BOH teams while collaborating with FOH leadership on seasonal menus, guest experiences, and event execution.
  • Manage purchasing, inventory, food and labor costs, menu development, and operational standards while maintaining profitability and fo

Salary : $115,000 - $125,000

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