Sous Chef

Job Details: Job Location: Max Burger, West Hartford - WEST HARTFORD, CT, Salary Range: $58000.00 - $62000.00Salary, Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service, SOUS CHEF - MAX BURGER, WEST HARTFORD, CT

Join the Max Hospitality Team at Max Burger!

Max Burger, located in the heart of West Hartford, CT, is seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our culinary team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, energetic kitchen environment and have a passion for creating high-quality, innovative dishes, we want to meet you!

Max Hospitality is dedicated to providing an exceptional dining experience, emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients and unique flavors. Our chefs create inventive and delicious dishes that emphasize bold, satisfying textures and seasonal ingredients. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a driven Sous Chef to help lead our team and maintain the excellence our guests expect.

Max Burger is a high-energy, casual dining hotspot known for its gourmet burgers, hand-cut fries, milkshakes, and a fun, upbeat atmosphere. We pride ourselves on serving creative, flavorful meals in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Our team is focused on delivering outstanding service while maintaining a welcoming, high-energy environment for both guests and staff. As part of the Max Hospitality family, we’re committed to offering a memorable dining experience to everyone who walks through our doors.

Benefits:

Competitive Pay

Shift Meal & Monthly Dining Allowance for all locations

100% Employer Paid Disability

Flexible Scheduling

Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

401(k) with matching up to 4%

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Time

Referral Program

Life, Accident, Critical Illness, & Pet Insurance

Career Development within the Max Hospitality Group

Responsibilities:

Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring the timely preparation and presentation of all menu items

Supervise, train, and develop kitchen staff, ensuring that food safety, sanitation, and quality standards are consistently met

Help manage inventory and food ordering to maintain appropriate stock levels and minimize waste

Contribute to the creation of seasonal menus and daily specials, incorporating new flavors and techniques

Ensure kitchen cleanliness, organization, and adherence to health and safety regulations at all times

Troubleshoot any culinary issues that arise during service to ensure smooth operations

Maintain communication with the front-of-house team to ensure a seamless guest experience

Help manage kitchen staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak service hours

Qualifications: What We’re Looking For

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or in a leadership role in a fast-casual or high-volume kitchen

Expertise in grilling, sandwich preparation, and creating inventive comfort foods with a modern twist

Experience managing kitchen staff, ensuring proper food safety and sanitation practices, and training team members

Ability to oversee daily kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of food quality and consistency

Strong inventory management skills, including ordering, receiving, and rotating products

Skills and Qualities:

Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills

A passion for creating delicious and innovative dishes, particularly in a casual dining setting

Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to think on your feet during service

Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude

A professional demeanor and appearance, reflecting Max Burger’s high-energy, upbeat atmosphere

Diversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:

Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity and encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.