What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pizza Chef position at Maxime's?
Maxime’s is NYC’s newest private member’s club from entrepreneur Robin Birley; owner of prestigious private member’s clubs 5 Hertford Street and Oswald’s in London. Maxime’s mission is to provide exceptional and discreet service for our members through unparalleled hospitality. Our aim is to make members feel as though they are in a private home, enjoying outstanding food and wine surrounded by stunning decor.
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.
We are looking for a Pizza Cook to join our team and work directly with our Pizza Chef to develop and execute Roman style pizza. Our kitchen operates an electric oven, and our dough is high Hydration, Direct fermentation dough. The candidate should be confident with pizza making and able to assist in other sections of the kitchen when necessary. The candidate will be working with the best produce that has been thoughtfully sourced.
What We Offer
You’ll be working as part of an established culinary team delivering exceptional experiences daily. With career progression opportunities, premium benefits, and unmatched exposure, this role is for committed and ambitious chefs who want to become a part of something truly unique in New York City’s private member’s club scene.
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.
We are looking for a Pizza Cook to join our team and work directly with our Pizza Chef to develop and execute Roman style pizza. Our kitchen operates an electric oven, and our dough is high Hydration, Direct fermentation dough. The candidate should be confident with pizza making and able to assist in other sections of the kitchen when necessary. The candidate will be working with the best produce that has been thoughtfully sourced.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan — medical, dental, vision & life insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off — significant vacation days & personal days
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- Work-Life & Wellness Platform
- Retail, Restaurant & Activities Discounts
- Freshly Prepared Staff Meal on each shift
- Uniform & Dry Cleaning Provided
- $2,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus
- And more exclusive perks!
- Proven experience as a Pizza Chef in fine dining, Michelin, or luxury hospitality
- Strong culinary techniques with a passion for quality and precision, preparation of dough, toppings, sauce
- Making pizza consistently & efficiently stretching dough, portion control, even crust, etc.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- A positive, professional attitude and a true team player mentality
You’ll be working as part of an established culinary team delivering exceptional experiences daily. With career progression opportunities, premium benefits, and unmatched exposure, this role is for committed and ambitious chefs who want to become a part of something truly unique in New York City’s private member’s club scene.
- This position requires regular standing, walking, and occasional lifting as part of normal restaurant operations. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.