Junior Sous Chef Job at Maxime's, New York, NY

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  • Maxime's
  • New York, NY

Job Description

ABOUT MAXIME'S

Maxime’s, the newest private member’s club creation by renowned British entrepreneur Robin Birley—also the visionary behind London's esteemed 5 Hertford Street  and  Oswald’s —invites exceptional hospitality professionals to become part of our team.

Opened in March 2025 in the historic former Westbury Hotel on Madison Avenue, Maxime’s is a private members club home to four distinct kitchens, each offering a unique culinary experience.

Chefs here have the opportunity to work at the highest level across a range of cuisines:

  • Maxime’s – refined French-Mediterranean fine dining
  • El Puma – bold and contemporary Latin American cuisine
  • Hiromi – traditional and modern Japanese sushi and small plates
  • Zodiac Lounge & Bar – elevated takes on classic American bar fare

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
  • Generous paid time off programs (vacation and personal days).
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits.
  • Work life and wellness benefit platform.
  • Discount program offering Retail, Restaurants & Activities discounts.
  • Freshly prepared Staff Meal whilst on duty.
  • Uniform and dry cleaning provided.
  • $2000 refer a friend bonus
  • & more!

THE ROLE OF JUNIOR SOUS CHEF

We are looking for talented and passionate Junior Sous Chefs to support our Executive Head Chef  in leading the culinary team to deliver the highest quality food.   Successful candidates will assist in creating new seasonal dishes for the menus, working with the best quality ingredients that have been thoughtfully sourced whilst leading the team and growing as a chef in the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Shares the overall responsibility of proper storing procedures, food orders, food cost, equipment, sanitation, Allergy’s and hygiene to Company and local standard
  • Work directly with the Head Chef to consistently achieve the highest quality standard.
  • Leading by example, setting goals and standards while motivating the team.
  • Taste and review products daily to ensure quality and consistency with preparation and presentation.
  • Ensure recipes, pictures and specifications are followed individually and by the kitchen brigade.
  • Ensure teamwork and constructive collaboration exists within the team through proper communication and delegating tasks and staff tasks to ensure smooth service and kitchen operations.
  • Maintaining the highest standards for health, sanitation, and safety standards necessary in food handling and overall cleanliness.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS)

  • Minimum of 5+ years’ experience working in fine dining leading teams.
  • A professional and polished approach to leadership in a busy atmosphere.
  • NYC Food Protection Certificate.
  • Strong work ethic and customer-focused approach.
  • Previous management experience required.
  • Culinary trained and professional who is passionate and curious to develop and grow as a chef.
  • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business.
  • Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 

  • Ability to be flexible with job demands and open-minded when being asked to complete tasks. 
  • Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the restaurant. 
  • Ability to operate with grace under pressure. 
  • Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant generally weighing up to 50 pounds. 
  • Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates. 
  • Ability to stand for up to 8-10 hours a day. 

Maxime’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related condition, sexual and reproductive health decisions, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status.   

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work,

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