Job Summary:

The primary objective of the Executive Chef role is to oversee a fast-paced, high volume scratch kitchen, driving the culinary execution of our classic Italian cuisine. You’ll provide team leadership and development so that you can work together to achieve operational excellence in food quality, consistency, safety and service. This role is restaurant based and requires the ability to work nights and weekends and a minimum expectation of work 50 hours per week. Qualified candidates must be highly organized, have the ability to multi-task, detail oriented and be able to provide clear direction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee Area of Responsibility and assist with overseeing all kitchen operations
• Ensure collaboration between kitchen and front of house operations
• Represent the Maggiano’s way by doing “Whatever it Takes” to make the guest and teammates feel special by creating a respectful, positive and professional work environment
• Manage people by participating in hourly hiring, training teammates, and understanding and balancing labor needs
• Help execute new menu and system rollouts and kitchen initiatives
• Assist in maximizing financial and operational results and helping with weekly inventory and ordering procedures
• Maintain a healthy and safe work environment and uphold food safety standards
• Perform all responsibilities of each position within the kitchen
• Assist in executing banquet and catering events, including special events held within the restaurant
• Builds diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of our culture; celebrates Team Members’ differences as they make us stronger
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Team:

• 1-2 years of chef experience managing a high-volume, full service restaurant
• Excellent verbal written and communication skills
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate in English
• Demonstrates financial acumen
• Fosters and builds an inclusive work environment