Growth-Driven Sous Chef | Lead & Mentor a High-Volume Kitchen

Maggiano's, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Maggiano's, Inc. in San Jose is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the line, mentor cooks, and ensure every dish reflects our commitment to quality and consistent guest experiences.

You will partner with the Executive Chef to uphold culinary standards and develop the next generation of kitchen talent. This role offers growth through hands-on leadership in an iconic Italian-American kitchen, with evening, weekend, and holiday schedules to support busy service and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations 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.

Skills

Management experience

Italian-American cuisine

Leadership

Food safety

Job description

Maggiano's, Inc. in San Jose is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the line, mentor cooks, and ensure every dish reflects our commitment to quality and consistent guest experiences.

You will partner with the Executive Chef to uphold culinary standards and develop the next generation of kitchen talent. This role offers growth through hands-on leadership in an iconic Italian-American kitchen, with evening, weekend, and holiday schedules to support busy service and guest satisfaction.