Salt Line Ballston

Sous Chef – The Salt Line Ballston (Long Shot Hospitality)

Exciting opportunity to join the team at The Salt Line Ballston and be part of the Long Shot Hospitality family—2024 RAMMY Award winners for Restaurateurs of the Year!

We’re looking for a Sous Chef with a strong background and enthusiasm to help lead the team at one of Virginia's most celebrated seafood restaurants.

Who We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for a skilled, motivated hospitality professional who brings:

✔ 1–2 years of experience in culinary leadership
✔ Strong leadership skills, with the ability to supervise and train kitchen staff effectively
✔ Deep knowledge of food production, kitchen operations, and food management
✔ Excellent culinary skills with a focus on quality, taste, and presentation
✔ The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while handling multiple tasks
✔ Solid knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
✔ A professional, friendly, punctual, and reliable approach
✔ A team-oriented, collaborative mindset with a positive, can-do attitude

About The Salt Line Ballston:

Opened in October 2021, The Salt Line Ballston has become a beloved neighborhood destination, known for its lively raw bar, creative cocktails, and New England-meets-Chesapeake approach to seafood. Building on the success of our original DC location across from Nationals Park, the Ballston outpost has earned praise from both critics and locals for its high standards, warm energy, and consistently excellent food and drink.

Led by Executive Chef Jordan Franklin and chef-owner Kyle Bailey, The Salt Line is committed to:
✔ Fresh, seasonal seafood and raw bar offerings
✔ Creative, balanced beverage programs
✔ A welcoming, team-oriented environment for both guests and staff

Why Join Long Shot Hospitality?

Long Shot Hospitality is a DC-based restaurant group known for crafting standout, community-driven concepts. We foster collaborative, supportive teams and provide real opportunities for professional growth.

What We Offer:

✔ Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
✔ Quality-of-life scheduling (consistent 5-day work week)
✔ Two weeks paid time off + 5 sick days, opportunity to earn more PTO with tenure
✔ Company healthcare plan
✔ 50% company-wide dining discount
✔ Parking benefits
✔ Daily shift meal
✔ Strong leadership support & advancement opportunities

The Salt Line is an equal opportunity employer.

Ready to join the team?
Submit your resume and tell us why you’d be a great fit for The Salt Line Ballston.

Follow us on Instagram: @thesaltline
Learn more: www.thesaltline.com
Questions or interested in other Long Shot Hospitality roles? Email careers@longshothospitality.com
The Salt Line: Top 10 Best Restaurants – Northern Virginia Magazine https://northernvirginiamag.com/food-and-drink/reviews/2022/10/25/2022-best-restaurants-top-10/
Arlington Magazine Review https://www.arlingtonmagazine.com/restaurant-review-the-salt-line/
Washington Post Feature https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/magazine/the-salt-line-is-an-instant-hit-with-superb-seafood-and-a-view-to-match/2017/08/28/5e7cf3b0-8693-11e7-a94f-3139abce39f5_story.html
BizJournals: 2024 RAMMY Winners https://www.bizjournals.com/washington/news/2024/07/21/rammy-awards-winners-2004-dc-restaurants.html

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