Executive Chef

Overview

Description
Base Salary: $105,000 - $120,000 / year based on experience + Quarterly Bonus Potential

Clyde’s Restaurant Group is seeking a talented Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at Clyde's of Georgetown, an iconic establishment in the heart of Georgetown, renowned for its historic charm and exceptional dining.

We’re looking for a passionate leader who thrives in an upscale, dynamic environment and is ready to shape an exceptional menu, mentor a skilled culinary team, and deliver the unforgettable guest experiences we are known for. If you’re ready to grow your career with a respected restaurant group and bring your vision to an exciting concept, we invite you to apply.

• Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service.
• 2-3 years’ experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant, fast-paced, and highly pressured environment.
• Able to lead and respond efficiently to unanticipated problems.
• Computer literate;
  Microsoft Suite Skills.
• Great verbal and written communication skills.
• Think and act creatively to provide guests with exceptional service and value.
• Conceptual understanding of American food and the culinary ability to deliver American food through menu, food preparation, and production.
• Disciplined and firm about standards of performance, yet fair and personable in developing employees.

• Leads kitchen operations by setting high standards in food preparation, production, and presentation while fostering a strong, motivated team.
• Supervises and delegates food preparation, ensuring smooth service and efficient execution across both FOH and HOH teams.
• Drives financial performance by managing inventory, portion control, and food costs to meet or exceed budgeted goals.
• Controls labor costs through strategic scheduling and monitoring reports, ensuring profitability.
• Works with the Director of Culinary to develop and refine menus, balancing creativity, quality, and cost-effectiveness while ensuring POS programming accuracy.
• Leads the recruitment, training, and development of a high-performing kitchen team, promoting skills, efficiency, and engagement.
• Conducts menu training for both FOH and HOH teams, providing ongoing staff development to reinforce consistency and excellence, while ensuring food quality through regular taste, portion, and presentation evaluations.
• Ensures compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards, coordinating corrective actions as necessary.
• Manages equipment maintenance and repairs, ensuring a safe and functional kitchen environment.
• Promotes a positive and collaborative work environment by embodying Courtesy, Dignity, and Respect, encouraging open communication and teamwork to strengthen morale and retain top talent.

About Us Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Spring 2026).

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career! Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Clyde’s Restaurant Group participates in E-Verify. We use the federal E-Verify system to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work.

Contact us at [email protected] if you need any special accommodations to apply.