General Manager Food & Beverage

Company: Goodwin Recruiting
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Now Hiring: Executive Sous Chef – Luxury Hotel & Fine Dining Washington, DC – Capitol Hill A premier luxury hotel in the heart of Capitol Hill is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join its culinary leadership team. This role is ideal for a passionate, experienced culinary professional who thrives in both high-volume hotel operations and upscale, chef-driven restaurant environments, including a full-service bistro. What You’ll Do Assist the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations across multiple outlets, including a hotel restaurant, bar, and banquet service. Lead, train, and inspire kitchen staff to maintain high culinary and service standards. Collaborate on menu development, ensuring seasonal creativity, quality, and consistency across all food offerings. Oversee inventory management, food cost control, and compliance with health and safety standards. Support banquet and event operations, ensuring seamless execution of private dining, corporate events, and large-scale functions. Maintain a positive, professional kitchen culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and excellence. Ideal Background Proven Executive Sous Chef experience in a luxury hotel or high-volume fine dining environment. Strong background in bistro-style or upscale restaurant operations. Experience managing banquet and event catering operations is highly desirable. Exceptional leadership and team development skills. Solid understanding of food costing, inventory management, and kitchen operations. Passion for culinary excellence, innovation, and delivering memorable guest experiences. Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $80,000– $85,000 Competitive, high-performing salary with an achievable bonus program Generous PTO to recharge and maintain work-life balance Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401K with company contributions to help you plan for the future Lifestyle perks: up to $800/month expense account for dining, gym, dry cleaning, spa services, and parking Dining allowances redeemable at any of their restaurants Opportunities for continuing education and professional development Exclusive company retreats to connect and celebrate with your team

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