About this role
Job title: Sous Chef
About the Role As a Sous Chef, you are the heartbeat of Maggiano's kitchen—leading the line, mentoring cooks, and ensuring every dish reflects our commitment to quality and consistency. You'll partner with the Executive Chef to uphold culinary standards while developing the next generation of kitchen talent.
What You'll Do
- Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring seamless execution during service
- Coach and develop line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen teammates
- Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards across all menu items
- Perform line checks to guarantee every dish meets Maggiano's specifications
- Manage food production, prep lists, and inventory to minimize waste
- Uphold sanitation and food safety standards in compliance with health regulations
- Step into any kitchen station as needed to support the team during high-volume periods
- Collaborate with leadership to control food costs and drive operational excellence
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years of management experience in a full-service restaurant
- Strong command of Italian-American cuisine and classic cooking techniques
- Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a kitchen team
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Able to perform essential job functions in a dynamic restaurant environment, which may include exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and peak-hour demands
- Able to move throughout the restaurant, retrieve items from shelves and storage areas, and transport supplies weighing up to 30 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per year
- Equal Opportunity Employer; e-Verify employer