Food Critic
@ The Washington Post

Washington, DC
$130,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 22 days ago

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About the Role: Food Critic

Join The Washington Post to reinvent news through riveting storytelling and investigative reporting. As a Food Critic, you will guide readers through the dynamic D.C. dining scene with authoritative reviews, cultural insights, and creative content formats including video and social media.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce detailed restaurant reviews reflecting diverse dining options.
  • Report emerging dining trends and notable food personalities.
  • Offer cultural and historical insights on food and restaurant scenes.
  • Engage with readers through on-site chats and social media.
  • Collaborate with editors, photographers, and designers for multimedia storytelling.

About The Team & Culture

The Washington Post is powered by a collaborative team across various departments. The Food Critic will work closely with an award-winning Food team in a bustling D.C. newsroom, dedicated to delivering innovative journalism.

Required Skills & Experience

  • At least 7 years of food journalism experience.
  • Proven track record in restaurant/cultural criticism.
  • Deep knowledge of culinary trends and diverse cuisines.
  • Social media proficiency; video experience a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary ranges from $97,400 to $162,300 based on qualifications, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, generous leave policies, parental leave, and more.

Application Instructions

Submit a cover letter, résumé, and work sample clips by Oct. 16 via the jobs portal. Address cover letters to Deputy Food Editor Matt Brooks and Deputy Features Editor Amanda Finnegan.

Key skills/competency

  • Food Journalism
  • Restaurant Reviews
  • Culinary Trends
  • Cultural Criticism
  • Writing
  • Social Media
  • Multimedia Storytelling
  • Investigative Reporting
  • Editing
  • Collaboration
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How to Get Hired at The Washington Post

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize resume: Highlight relevant food journalism experience.
  • Showcase portfolio: Include restaurant reviews and multimedia samples.
  • Research The Washington Post: Understand their investigative and innovative approach.
  • Practice interview insights: Focus on storytelling and cultural commentary.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review multimedia publishing tools.
Practice digital content editing.
Learn social media analytics.
Update portfolio with video work.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in high-pressure settings.
Explain conflict resolution strategies briefly.
Share past collaborative project experiences.
Demonstrate adaptability in deadline environments.

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