Sous Chef Excellence Nova LLC Alexandria, VA Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $64,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Menu design Kitchen health and safety standards Customer communication Line cook experience Food service health code compliance Recipe development ServSafe Safety regulations Client rapport building In-person customer service Food sanitation practices Productivity software Associate's degree Arts Time management Communication with kitchen staff

Full Job Description Position Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and creative Sous Chef to support culinary operations, recipe development, menu creation, food presentation, product demonstrations, and client engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong professional kitchen experience, knowledge of sous vide techniques, excellent communication skills, and the ability to confidently interact with clients, executive chefs, restaurant owners, and culinary teams.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of experience as a Chef and/or Sous Chef. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or equivalent culinary certification. Strong professional kitchen and culinary skills. Experience with menu design and recipe development. Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations. ServSafe certification. Knowledge of sous vide cooking techniques. Ability to communicate culinary terminology effectively with clients, executive chefs, kitchen managers, and restaurant owners. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills. Professional appearance and demeanor. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability and willingness to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a Michelin-starred restaurant or comparable high-end culinary environment. Front-of-house experience. Experience conducting client-facing culinary presentations and demonstrations. Previous experience working with sous vide products and techniques.

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $64,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person