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Line Cook - The Delegate

Thompson Hospitality and Careers
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/14/2027
Overview:
Join The Delegate team as a Line Cook and become a crucial part of our contemporary, brick-clad hotel eatery, known for dishing out hearty American seafood and meat classics. As a Line Cook, you will have the opportunity to create delicious dishes with locally sourced ingredients and contribute to an exciting and diverse menu. Bring your culinary skills, attention to detail, and passion for excellence to The Delegate, and contribute to creating extraordinary dining experiences for our guests.

Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and quality standards.
  • Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures are followed.
  • Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient food production.
  • Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following food safety guidelines.
  • Adhere to portion control and presentation guidelines to ensure consistency.
  • Assist in inventory management and stock rotation to minimize waste.
Qualifications:
  • Culinary experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Strong understanding of cooking techniques, flavor profiles, and proper food handling procedures.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly, and adapt to changing demands.
  • Attention to detail, commitment to quality, and a passion for delivering exceptional food to our guests.
  • Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends, and all holidays.
  • Stand and move for the duration of shift.
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Work near hot surfaces and open flames.
  • Use knives and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Perform repetitive motions (chopping, stirring).


W
ho We Are:

At The Delegate, we serve with a purpose, putting our guests' satisfaction at the forefront while striving to maintain the highest standards of performance and service. Being a part of the Delegate staff where guest come out for a casual evening out or a special occasion, The Delegate is the perfect destination. Be a part if curating a memorable dining experience. Where our guests discover modern twist on classic cocktails and new American cuisine. They can join us for drinks at the 40-seat bar after a day of exploring the Capital or a special evening our while in town for a convention. Don’t forget the rooftop patio with an expansive view of the city.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/


We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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