Sous Chef

Max Hospitality; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Shift Meal & Monthly Dining Allowance

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

Job summary

Max Burger in Avon, CT is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our opening culinary team. The role involves leading daily kitchen operations, supervising staff, and helping craft seasonal menus in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to ensure food quality, safety, and timely service while maintaining the upbeat Max Hospitality culture and guest experience.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring timely preparation and presentation of all menu items.
• Supervise, train, and develop kitchen staff, ensuring food safety, sanitation, and quality standards are met.
• Help manage inventory and food ordering to maintain stock levels and minimize waste.
• Contribute to seasonal menus and daily specials with new flavors and techniques.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and adherence to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Maintain communication with the front-of-house team to ensure a seamless guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Sanitation

Inventory management

Menu development

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Work under pressure

Job description

SOUS CHEF - MAX BURGER, AVON, CT ***OPENING SEPTEMBER 2026***Join the Max Hospitality Team at Max Burger!Max Burger, located just over the West Hartford line in Avon, CT, is seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our opening 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 PayShift Meal & Monthly Dining Allowance for all locations100% Employer Paid DisabilityFlexible SchedulingOpportunities for Growth and Advancement401(k) with matching up to 4%Health, Dental, and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off & Paid Sick TimeReferral ProgramLife, Accident, Critical Illness, & Pet InsuranceCareer Development within the Max Hospitality GroupResponsibilities:Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring the timely preparation and presentation of all menu itemsSupervise, train, and develop kitchen staff, ensuring that food safety, sanitation, and quality standards are consistently metHelp manage inventory and food ordering to maintain appropriate stock levels and minimize wasteContribute to the creation of seasonal menus and daily specials, incorporating new flavors and techniquesEnsure kitchen cleanliness, organization, and adherence to health and safety regulations at all timesTroubleshoot any culinary issues that arise during service to ensure smooth operationsMaintain communication with the front-of-house team to ensure a seamless guest experienceHelp manage kitchen staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak service hoursWhat We’re Looking ForExperience:Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or in a leadership role in a fast-casual or high-volume kitchenExpertise in grilling, sandwich preparation, and creating inventive comfort foods with a modern twistExperience managing kitchen staff, ensuring proper food safety and sanitation practices, and training team membersAbility to oversee daily kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of food quality and consistencyStrong inventory management skills, including ordering, receiving, and rotating productsSkills and Qualities:Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skillsA passion for creating delicious and innovative dishes, particularly in a casual dining settingStrong problem-solving abilities and the ability to think on your feet during serviceAbility to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining a positive attitudeA professional demeanor and appearance, reflecting Max Burger’s high-energy, upbeat atmosphereDiversity 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.