The Royal

501 Florida Avenue Northw...
Washington, District of Columbia 20001

Style of service

Casual Restaurant, Coffee Shop, Cocktail Bar

Type of cuisine

Craft Cocktail Bar, International, New American

About this Job

Job Title

Sous Chef

Compensation

Salary
$40k - $65k

Job Type

Full Time

Benefits

Pay Raise, Perks & Bonuses, Paid Vacation, Health Insurance

Available Days

Monday : Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Tuesday : Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Wednesday : Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Thursday : Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Friday : Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Saturday : Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Sunday : Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

Job Description

The Royal is seeking a skilled and dependable Prep Cook with baking experience to join our culinary team. This position is responsible for producing high-quality baked goods, desserts, and prepared ingredients that support our all-day café, brunch, lunch, dinner, and bar programs.

The ideal candidate is organized, passionate about food, and excited to contribute to a fast-paced, hospitality-driven environment. This role offers the opportunity to work with seasonal ingredients, scratch recipes, and a collaborative culinary team dedicated to excellence.

Responsibilities

Baking & Pastry Production

  1. Prepare and bake pastries, breads, cookies, cakes, desserts, and specialty menu items according to established recipes and standards.
  2. Assist in the production of daily baked goods for café, brunch, and dinner service.
  3. Ensure consistency in quality, presentation, and portioning.
  4. Monitor product freshness and maintain proper inventory levels.
  5. Assist with seasonal menu development and special event offerings.

Food Preparation

  1. Prepare ingredients for service, including chopping, slicing, portioning, marinating, and assembling recipes.
  2. Follow prep lists and production schedules to ensure kitchen readiness.
  3. Properly label, date, rotate, and store all products.
  4. Maintain high standards for food quality and presentation.

Kitchen Operations

  1. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
  2. Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
  3. Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries.
  4. Support line cooks and chefs during service as needed.
  5. Help minimize waste through proper storage, production, and utilization practices.

Baking & Pastry Production

  1. Prepare and bake pastries, breads, cookies, cakes, desserts, and specialty menu items according to established recipes and standards.
  2. Assist in the production of daily baked goods for café, brunch, and dinner service.
  3. Ensure consistency in quality, presentation, and portioning.
  4. Monitor product freshness and maintain proper inventory levels.
  5. Assist with seasonal menu development and special event offerings.

Food Preparation

  1. Prepare ingredients for service, including chopping, slicing, portioning, marinating, and assembling recipes.
  2. Follow prep lists and production schedules to ensure kitchen readiness.
  3. Properly label, date, rotate, and store all products.
  4. Maintain high standards for food quality and presentation.

Kitchen Operations

  1. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
  2. Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
  3. Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries.
  4. Support line cooks and chefs during service as needed.
  5. Help minimize waste through proper storage, production, and utilization practices.
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Requirements

Required

  1. At least 1 year of experience in a professional kitchen, bakery, pastry shop, café, or restaurant.
  2. Experience preparing baked goods in a commercial setting.
  3. Ability to accurately follow recipes and production schedules.
  4. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  5. Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
  6. Availability for early morning, weekend, holiday, and special event shifts.
  7. Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred

  1. Experience in a scratch kitchen, bakery, or café environment.
  2. Knowledge of bread production, pastry techniques, and dessert preparation.
  3. ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain certification.
  4. Interest in Latin American cuisine, specialty coffee, and seasonal cooking.

Required

  1. At least 1 year of experience in a professional kitchen, bakery, pastry shop, café, or restaurant.
  2. Experience preparing baked goods in a commercial setting.
  3. Ability to accurately follow recipes and production schedules.
  4. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  5. Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
  6. Availability for early morning, weekend, holiday, and special event shifts.
  7. Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred

  1. Experience in a scratch kitchen, bakery, or café environment.
  2. Knowledge of bread production, pastry techniques, and dessert preparation.
  3. ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain certification.
  4. Interest in Latin American cuisine, specialty coffee, and seasonal cooking.
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