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Goodwin Recruiting
Sous Chef – Conference Center & Executive Dining
Job Description
Sous Chef – Conference Center & Executive Dining
Arlington, VA (Rosslyn)
75,000 – $80,000 | Full Benefits
We are seeking a strong Sous Chef to support culinary operations within a high-end conference center and executive dining environment.
This is a $3M operation with a focus on catering, conference events, and upscale café service. This is not a restaurant-only role — experience in banquets, catering, or conference dining is required.
What You’ll Do
- Execute high-volume catering and conference events
- Support executive and VIP dining programs
- Assist with menu development and seasonal updates
- Manage daily production, prep, and service execution
- Support food cost, inventory, and ordering
- Train and lead line-level culinary staff
- Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation
What We’re Looking For
- Sous Chef or strong Jr Sous experience
- Background in:
- Hotels (banquet/catering)
- Conference centers
- Contract dining (Compass, Aramark, Sodexo, etc.)
- Experience executing multiple events and high-volume service
- Strong organization, cleanliness, and attention to detail
- Hands-on leadership and team development mindset
- Professional appearance and communication
Why This Role
- Primarily Monday–Friday schedule (event-driven flexibility)
- High-end, professional work environment
- Stable, long-term account
- Growth opportunity within a structured organization