Executive Chef

At Maggiano's, we believe great food brings people together. Our scratch-made Italian-American classics and warm, family-style hospitality have made us a destination for life's most meaningful moments — from anniversaries and graduations to everyday dinners that become lasting memories. Rooted in the tradition of 1940s Little Italy dinner houses, we blend timeless recipes with quality ingredients and genuine hospitality. We call it "approachable elegance" — an upscale experience without the pretense. If you're passionate about culinary craft and creating experiences that make people feel special, this is where you belong. The Role As an Executive Chef, you are the culinary leader of the restaurant — setting the standard for food quality, driving kitchen performance, and inspiring your team to execute at the highest level every day. You'll own the back of house, from recipe execution and food costs to developing the next generation of culinary talent. This is a role for chefs who lead with passion and precision. You'll execute Maggiano's celebrated recipes with consistency and care, ensuring every plate reflects our culinary standards. Your kitchen, your team, your legacy. What You'll Do Lead all back-of-house operations, including food quality, production, and presentation Recruit, train, and develop sous chefs, line cooks, and prep cooks into a high-performing team Own food cost management through proper ordering, inventory control, and waste reduction Ensure every dish meets Maggiano's standards for consistency, taste, and presentation Maintain strict compliance with sanitation, food safety, and health regulationsExecute Maggiano's recipes with precision, ensuring consistency across all menu items #J-18808-Ljbffr