Sous Chef: Lead Italian Kitchen & Mentor Team

Maggiano's Little Italy; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance and Best You EDU™

Job summary

Maggiano's Little Italy is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and mentor line cooks in our Italian-American restaurant. You will partner with the Executive Chef to uphold culinary standards, control costs, and drive guest-focused quality.

Join a team that values growth, teamwork, and high-volume service, with opportunities to advance within Brinker brands and develop future leaders in hospitality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary leadership experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of Italian-American cuisine and 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 and ensure seamless service.
• Coach and develop line cooks and kitchen teammates.
• Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation across all menu items.
• Perform line checks to ensure dishes meet Maggiano's specifications.
• Manage food production, prep lists, and inventory to minimize waste.
• Uphold sanitation and health code compliance.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team leadership

Food safety & sanitation

Italian-American cuisine

Job description

Maggiano's Little Italy is seeking a Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and mentor line cooks in our Italian-American restaurant. You will partner with the Executive Chef to uphold culinary standards, control costs, and drive guest-focused quality.

Join a team that values growth, teamwork, and high-volume service, with opportunities to advance within Brinker brands and develop future leaders in hospitality.