Japanese Restaurant Chef ($24-$26 / hour)

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
• Hiromi – traditional and modern Japanese sushi and small plates
• Zodiac Lounge & Bar – elevated takes on classic American bar fare

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

THE ROLE OF JAPANESE PREPARATION CHEF

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Japanese Preparation Chef to join our culinary team at a high-end Japanese dining establishment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Japanese cuisine, deep knowledge of traditional Japanese ingredients, and a commitment to delivering exceptional quality and precision. This role requires both technical mastery and the ability to contribute within a high-performing kitchen team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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.