We are seeking a passionate and skilled Executive Chef to join our culinary team in a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the food industry, with experience in kitchen management and culinary arts. As a Executive Chef, you will play a key role in supporting the Head Chef in menu planning, food preparation, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
Duties
Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth workflow.
Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to established recipes and standards.
Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and training as needed to enhance their skills.
Ensure food safety and sanitation practices are followed consistently.
Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings.
Manage inventory levels, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations.
Assist in managing food costs while maintaining quality standards.
Skills
Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and food preparation methods.
Experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant settings is preferred.
Proficiency in kitchen management, including supervising staff and coordinating tasks.
Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
Familiarity with food service management principles, including inventory control.
A background in bartending is a plus for creating beverage pairings with dishes.
Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Join our team as a Sous Chef where your culinary expertise will shine, contributing to an unforgettable dining experience for our guests.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Ability to Commute:
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Edgewater, NJ 07020: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
86 The Promenade, 07020, Edgewater
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 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 CHEF DE PARTIE We are seeking highly motivated Chef de Parties to join our kitchen team at Maxime's. You will be mentored by our Sous Chefs and have the opportunity to learn and create our high-quality dishes whilst ensuring high quality standards are met. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to grow with us in the kitchen and further their culinary goals. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Working with the freshest, high-quality ingredients and assisting senior chefs in the preparation and execution of quality dishes., • Assisting with daily mise en place and supporting the kitchen team in delivering refined dishes in line with fine dining service standards, • Maintaining the highest standards for health, sanitation, and safety standards necessary in food handling and overall cleanliness. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS) • Minimum of 2+ years' experience working in a similar role., • Strong background in fine dining., • A professional and polished approach to leadership in a busy atmosphere., • Strong work ethic and customer-focused approach., • Culinary trained and professional who is passionate and curious to develop and grow as a Sous Chef., • Stable work experience background., • Food safety certificate., • Well-versed in verbal communication skills., • Passionate, Curious, Sincere, Entrepreneurial, Driven, Empathetic and Highly motivated. 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.
Prep cook and line cook needed. Full time, salary or hourly depending on experience.
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