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Lead Line Cook

Xiquet by Danny Lledó

About The Position We are looking for an experienced and highly organized culinary professional with a deep commitment to fine dining. Our ideal candidate thrives in a brigade-style kitchen, demonstrates exemplary cooking skills, and has a keen eye for detail and cleanliness. You will work closely with our Executive Chef to develop menus, manage kitchen operations, and maintain the highest quality in every dish. Job Details Join the Michelin‑Starred Culinary Team at Xiquet by Danny Lledó, Washington D.C.’s premier Michelin‑starred restaurant specializing in innovative Valencian cuisine, is seeking a skilled and driven Lead Line Cook to join our celebrated kitchen team. Known for seamlessly blending Spanish traditions with modern flair, our restaurant provides a dining experience like no other. As Sous Chef, you will play an essential role in upholding our standards of excellence and helping lead the kitchen to new culinary heights. Key Responsibilities Support the Executive Chef in menu development, sourcing, and ingredient costing Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring each service runs smoothly and meets Michelin‑star standards Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure consistency and quality Train, mentor, and guide kitchen staff, promoting a culture of teamwork and excellence Manage inventory, conduct regular ordering, and maintain vendor relationships Uphold meticulous standards of cleanliness, organization, and safety within the kitchen Assist in menu planning, tasting, and creating innovative dishes that reflect our culinary vision What We Offer Competitive compensation based on experience and skill level Comprehensive, fully paid health insurance plan for full‑time employees Every Sunday and Monday off, as the restaurant is closed Opportunity to work in an award‑winning, Michelin‑starred kitchen with a focus on skill‑building and advancement Accolades One Star, Michelin Guide 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 Sommelier of the Year, Michelin Guide 2022 5 Diamond AAA Award 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 2023 RAMMY Award for Formal Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year Qualifications Proven experience in a fine dining kitchen, ideally in a Lead Line Cook or similar role Strong knowledge of American and European cuisine, especially French and Spanish Excellent leadership and team management skills High attention to detail, with a commitment to quality and cleanliness Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast‑paced environment Current ServSafe certification, DC DOH certificate, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days #J-18808-Ljbffr

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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