Join the Good Food Team as a Sous Chef at Washington Waldorf School!

Are you passionate about creating delicious and nutritious meals in a collaborative and supportive environment? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Sous Chef at Washington Waldorf School. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and contribute to the health and well-being of our students and community.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Head Chef to plan and execute daily menus
• Ensure portion control and food cost management
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation
• Demonstrate excellent knife skills and culinary techniques
• Assist with back of house operations

Required Skills:

• Menu planning experience
• Strong understanding of portion control and food cost management
• Knowledge of food quality standards and sanitation practices
• Excellent knife skills and food handling techniques
• Experience in culinary arts and food preparation

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in catering and food service management
• ServSafe Certified with knowledge of food safety regulations
• Ability to manage food and beverage costs effectively
• Experience with ordering and inventory management
• Bilingual in Spanish

Salary and Benefits:

• Minimum Salary: $34,000.00
• Maximum Salary: $47,000.00
• Health Insurance, Life Insurance, 401(k), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Medical Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Reimbursement, Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave

Company Information:

Washington Waldorf School is an independent coed private school serving children from preschool through high school in Bethesda, MD, Montgomery County, and the greater DC Metro Area. Founded in 1969, it is part of the international Waldorf education movement, emphasizing small class sizes and an arts-integrated curriculum. The school offers various programs including parent-child classes, after-school activities, and summer camps, designed to foster academic, emotional, and physical development. It prides itself on creating a vibrant, inclusive community where each student is viewed as an extraordinary individual on a journey of discovery.

DEI Statement:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive faculty, and we encourage applications from individuals from traditionally under-represented groups.

EEO Statement:

WWS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.