Sous Chef

Job overview

The Sous Chef works onsite at Mi Vida Wharf in Washington, DC. The posting lists a salary range of $60,000–$80,000 per year. The role supports the flagship restaurant’s kitchen operations and its culinary team. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and General Manager by overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining menu quality and consistency, and leading culinary staff. This work helps deliver reliable execution in a high-volume restaurant setting.

What you'll do

• Support the Executive Chef and General Manager in overseeing kitchen operations
• ensure quality and consistency across menu items
• lead culinary team members
• execute menus and plating standards
• contribute to kitchen operations and food and labor cost management.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

sous chef

washington dc

mi vida district wharf

full-time

$60k–$80k/year

kitchen leadership

mexican cuisine

menu execution

plating standards

high-volume restaurant

pto

medical insurance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Generous PTO
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• continuing education and professional development
• growth opportunities.

Why this role

Mexican cuisine experience is preferred; culinary degree or hospitality certification is a plus but not required. Posting requests 5+ years of professional kitchen experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

About the employer

Mi Vida District Wharf is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.