Sous Chef

Job overview

The Sous Chef position is onsite in Washington, DC, with compensation of $70,000–$80,000 per year. Cosmos Club is a private social club founded in 1878, serving members distinguished in scholarship, creative work, or public service. The Sous Chef assists the Executive Sous Chef with production and shift coverage for banquets, restaurant, and pastry operations. The role supports consistent food production, seasonal menus, special events, and cost-conscious kitchen operations.

What you'll do

• Assist with planning, organizing, and controlling banquet and restaurant food production
• oversee culinary employee training and development
• help develop seasonal banquet, restaurant, and special-event menus
• assist with standardized recipes and procedures
• communicate with other departments
• assist with ordering, requisitioning, preparation, and execution of events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

sous chef

washington dc

cosmos club

full-time

$70k–$80k/year

banquets

restaurant

pastry

seasonal menus

culinary training

special events

401(k)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k)
• medical, dental, and vision benefits
• life insurance
• AD&D
• short- and long-term disability
• discretionary bonus eligibility
• shift meals
• paid time off and holiday pay.

Why this role

Supports banquets, restaurant, pastry, and special club functions; culinary degree is preferred but not required.

About the employer

Cosmos Club is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries. Sector: 71.