Sauté Line Cook - Evenings

SAUTÉ COOK EVENINGS – MAX DOWNTOWN

Join the Max Hospitality Team!

Max Downtown, located in the heart of Hartford, CT, is seeking a skilled and dedicated Sauté Cook with experience in fine dining and a passion for culinary excellence. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-volume, detail-oriented kitchen and is committed to executing refined, high-quality dishes with consistency and care. Open availability is required.

Max Hospitality is dedicated to providing a world-class dining experience with high-quality cuisine and exceptional service. We pride ourselves on our creativity, consistency, and guest-first mentality across all locations. We seek individuals who are passionate about hospitality and excited to grow with a forward-thinking, dynamic restaurant group.

Max Downtown is our flagship restaurant, renowned for its elevated steakhouse experience, award-winning wine list, and extensive whiskey collection. With a loyal clientele of business professionals and fine dining guests, Max Downtown consistently ranks among the top restaurants in the region. The right candidate will bring professionalism, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of culinary technique to our kitchen team.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay

• Employee Discount on Meals

• Flexible Scheduling

• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

• 401(k) with matching up to 4%

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Paid sick time

• Referral program

• Life, accident, critical illness & pet insurance

• Career development within the Max Hospitality group

Responsibilities:

• Execute all dishes on the sauté station with precision and consistency

• Prepare all mise en place including sauces, garnishes, and proteins ahead of service

• Maintain organization and cleanliness of your station before, during, and after service

• Collaborate with the sous chef and other line cooks to ensure smooth kitchen operations

• Assist with prep for other stations as needed

• Ensure all food meets Max Downtown’s exacting standards for taste, temperature, and plating

• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines in compliance with health regulations