Sous Chef

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