About Us
Osteria Morini in DC (Navy Yards) and Cucina Morini (Mt. Vernon Triangle) from famed, award-winning hospitality firm Altamarea Group (Highly-acclaimed NYC favorites Marea, Ai Fiori) is looking for a fun-loving, energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate Sous Chef to join the team! Altamarea Group restaurants offer employees a respectful, safe, professional work environment, and a management team uniquely invested in the growth and success of all team members.
Sous Chef Responsibilities include :
- Serve as key member of a talented and diverse culinary team and restaurant, preparing and executing the menu at direction of Chefs with utmost quality and precision
- Learn and handle the various stations (garde manger, pasta, grill, saute, pastry), which includes preparing and cleaning stations properly, stocking stations adequately for service, and communicating actively with Chefs and colleagues to facilitate smooth and efficient kitchen
- Work in a high volume and intensity kitchen and work environment and be able to handle rigors of busy services while maintaining quality and consistency. Must support other areas of the kitchen as needed, and be able and willing to assist teammates in the kitchen as needed, including handling duties of other stations
- Train and delegate per Altamarea Group standards, and uphold all HR policies; accountable for all staff performance, behavior, and retention
- Maintain clean restaurant and adhere strictly to all health and safety standards
Sous Chef Requirements include :
At least 2 years of relevant restaurant experienceSpanish speaking is a plus but not a requirementConsiderable working knowledge of relevant food preparationGenuine passion for cooking, restaurant hospitality and learning new skillsHighly organized, productive, and able to work meticulously in a high-intensity kitchen / work environmentEnergetic and friendly personality, with strong willingness and ability to work as part of a cohesive team and to support colleagues regardless of roleWillingness to take direction from Chefs, embrace change and innovation, and to learn and adapt to new systems, service steps and health and cleaning proceduresBroad and flexible availability to work – AM / PM service and prep / productionPhysical requirements include : ability to handle and carry trays, smallware, equipment, or other items up to 50 lbs, and to stand, walk up and down stairs, and exert well-paced mobility for extended period of timeWhat We Offer
At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all of our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees :
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)Career Development and Growth OpportunitiesEmployee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.