Maxime's

Head Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $100,000.00 - $110,000.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
401k
Pre-tax commuter benefits
wellness benefits
Staff discounts
Staff meals
uniform provided
Employee Referral Bonus

Job Description

Maxime's is an exclusive private members club located in the historic former Westbury Hotel on Madison Avenue, New York City. Launched in March 2025 by the visionary British entrepreneur Robin Birley, who is renowned for creating acclaimed establishments such as 5 Hertford Street and Oswald's in London, Maxime's elevates the concept of luxury hospitality with a distinct approach. The club embodies a refined atmosphere tailored for a discerning clientele, offering an exceptional combination of exclusivity, comfort, and innovation in private club experiences.

Inside Maxime's are four unique kitchens, each presenting a different culinary journey designed to satisfy sophisticated p... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years experience in fine dining leadership
  • Culinary trained
  • NYC Food Protection Certificate
  • Previous management experience
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts
  • Strong work ethic and customer-focused attitude
  • Ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently
  • Physical ability to stand for 8-10 hours daily and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Flexibility and open-mindedness to complete diverse tasks
  • Ability to operate kitchen equipment under pressure

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary trained professional passionate about growth and development
  • Minimum of 5 years experience leading teams in fine dining
  • Previous management experience
  • NYC Food Protection Certificate
  • Professional and polished leadership style
  • Strong work ethic
  • Customer-focused approach
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to coordinate multiple activities with strong attention to detail
  • Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and variable schedules

Job Duties

  • Lead, mentor, and motivate the kitchen brigade, including sous chefs, line cooks, and prep staff
  • Oversee daily kitchen operations ensuring proper storing procedures, food orders, food cost, equipment, sanitation, allergy management, and hygiene standards
  • Ensure daily pars are met with the highest quality
  • Conduct regular training, performance evaluations, appraisals, and leadership meetings to build a skilled and cohesive team
  • Purchase and produce top-quality food to create seasonal menus, maintain recipes, pictures, and specifications, update signage and displays for dates and food quality
  • Educate and train staff on safe work habits and proper standards of practice
  • Promote teamwork and collaboration between front and back of house through communication and delegation
  • Taste and review products daily for quality and consistency
  • Manage inventory ordering systems
  • Uphold high health, sanitation, and safety standards in food handling and cleanliness

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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