Sous Chef - Maggiano's-Durham

Maggiano's•Durham, NC

19h

About The Position

Maggiano’s Little Italy is hiring a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and support the Executive Chef in maintaining culinary standards. The role centers on delivering scratch-made Italian-American cuisine with consistent quality and presentation while helping create a positive Guest experience. The Sous Chef will lead the line, mentor kitchen staff, and help develop future kitchen leaders. The position offers opportunities for career growth and advancement across Brinker brands.

Requirements

At least 2 years of culinary leadership experience in a full-service restaurant.
Strong command of Italian-American cuisine and classic cooking techniques.
Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a kitchen team.
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to perform essential job functions in a dynamic restaurant environment, including exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and peak-hour demands.
Ability to move throughout the restaurant, retrieve items from shelves and storage areas, and transport supplies weighing up to 30 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Lead daily kitchen operations and ensure seamless service execution.
Coach and develop line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen Teammates.
Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards across menu items.
Perform line checks to ensure dishes meet Maggiano’s specifications.
Manage food production, prep lists, and inventory to minimize waste.
Uphold sanitation and food safety standards in compliance with health regulations.
Work at any kitchen station as needed, including during high-volume periods.
Collaborate with leadership to control food costs and improve operational performance.