Sous Chef – Italian Kitchen Lead in Fine Dining

Max Hospitality; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Shift Meal & Monthly Dining Allowance

100% Employer Paid Disability

Flexible Scheduling

Opportunities for Growth and Advanc e

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

Career Development within the Max Hosp

Job summary

Max a Mia, located in Avon, CT, is seeking a skilled and passionate CDC to join our culinary team. Join our high-energy kitchen and lead with a focus on authentic Italian cuisine and guest satisfaction.

As Chef de Cuisine, you will oversee day-to-day operations, mentor staff, and collaborate on seasonal menus while upholding food safety and quality standards in a busy, full-service setting. Competitive pay and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a Sous Chef or kitchen leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and wood-fired cooking.
• Experience leading kitchen operations and supervising staff.
• Experience in high-volume kitchens and with scratch-made recipes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations, including prep, service, and staffing
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure high performance, food safety, and quality standards
• Help create and execute seasonal menus and daily specials in line with Max a Mia’s culinary vision
• Oversee food preparation and plating, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and adherence to recipes
• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and cost control practices
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness, organization, and compliance with all health and safety regulations
• Communicate with front-of-house managers and staff to ensure smooth and coordinated service
• Troubleshoot service issues as they arise, maintaining focus on guest satisfaction

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Italian cuisine

Wood-fired cooking

Staff supervision

Menu planning

Food safety

Inventory management

Cost control

Communication

High-volume service

Job description

Max a Mia, located in Avon, CT, is seeking a skilled and passionate CDC to join our culinary team. Join our high-energy kitchen and lead with a focus on authentic Italian cuisine and guest satisfaction.

As Chef de Cuisine, you will oversee day-to-day operations, mentor staff, and collaborate on seasonal menus while upholding food safety and quality standards in a busy, full-service setting. Competitive pay and growth opportunities offered.