Executive Chef

Job DetailsJob Location: Avon, CT 06001-3800Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Restaurant - Food ServiceAt Max Burger, we understand the importance of providing sustainable menu options for those who dine with us. Plated alongside our hand-cut fries, locally baked burger buns, and house-made sauces is our all-natural hamburger meat, proudly supplied by Brandt Beef, LLC—the one True Natural. In addition to offering fresh, creative twists on the classic hamburger, Max Burger features an innovative beverage program, which highlights an extensive wine list, excellent craft beer selection, and over a dozen traditional and liquor-spiked milkshakes. Our Executive Chef is responsible for menu planning and having creative directive food preparation in the kitchen, while maintaining high culinary standards, creativity, and quality. The Chef supervises the kitchen staff in their daily activities and motivates them to strive for creative and culinary excellence. In addition, the Chef manages the inventory of supplies and maintains safe and sanitary conditions for quality food production and service. The Chef will oversee the kitchen, its staff and handle recruiting for additions to the team. Seasonal menu changes, specials and working with local farmers and vendors are expected for this farm to table restaurant. The Chef will also work with the Managing Partner and Culinary Director on kitchen inspections ensuring all local and state laws are being followed in regards to hygiene Food Safety Protocols Responsibilities: · Ability to work all stations in the kitchen · Proper understanding of cooking techniques, butchering fish, knife skills · Creativity in the kitchen, providing mentorship and coaching to line cooks · Manage Line Cook staff and manage hiring, terminations and disciplinary actions · Maintain and manage the inventory and ordering for the kitchen · Ability to meet Food & Labor goals set by COO, knowledge of budgeting · P&L statement competency, ability to read a spreadsheet, cost sheet knowledge · Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work well with others and communicate with management team · Creativity in the kitchen, working with seasonal menus and specials · Will have up to 25 direct reports, scheduling of staff on the line · Capable of working in a high-pressure environment meeting the needs of our guests and leading a team to success · Build and maintain relationships with vendors QualificationsQualifications: · 3-5 years of Executive Chef experience within a high-volume restaurant · At least 2 years of fine dining kitchen experience · 2 years Supervisory experience within a kitchen setting · Proven ability to increase profits · Previous experience with Food & Labor costs, budgeting and scheduling staff Experience with NetChef, 7Shifts and Toast preferred but not required · Formal culinary training is preferred but not required; ServSafe Certification Bilingual is a plus Diversity creates a healthy atmosphere: Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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. Benefits: 401(k) with match up to 4% Medical Dental and Vision insurance Accident, Life, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance FSA and Dependent Care Account Disability insurance Paid by employer Employee discount Flexible spending account Food provided Paid time off Referral program