Chef de Cuisine (Oasis)

Medinah Country Club; Bloomingdale Township (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Uniforms provided

Employee meals

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Medinah Country Club in Medinah, IL is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead The Oasis dining operation, crafting seasonal menus and inspiring a culinary team.

You will manage food quality, costs, and workflow, collaborate with Front of House and events, and ensure a hospitality experience that aligns with the club's standards. The role requires 5+ years in culinary leadership and a passion for creating outstanding member experiences.

Qualifications

• Approximately five or more years of culinary leadership experience as an Executive Chef, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or in a comparable role.
• Experience within a high-end restaurant, private club, resort, or similarly elevated culinary environment.
• Proven success leading, coaching, and developing kitchen teams.
• Strong knowledge of cuisines, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop and execute innovative, seasonal menus that keep the dining experience fresh and exciting for our members and guests.
• Lead, train, mentor, and develop full-time and seasonal culinary team members while building a positive, professional kitchen culture.
• Set the standard by ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency throughout daily kitchen operations.
• Run the operation by managing food and labor costs while overseeing inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with Front of House, Catering, and Banquets teams to create custom menus and support private events when needed.
• Keep us sharp by maintaining high standards for kitchen safety, sanitation, food handling, and regulatory compliance.
• Bring ideas to the table by staying current with culinary trends and techniques and elevating the Medinah dining experience.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-end kitchen

Team development

Culinary knowledge

Organization & time mgmt

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree or formal training

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Medinah Country Club - Medinah, IL 60157Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $80,000.00 - $88,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: ManagementGreat food. Strong leadership. An exceptional place to build your career.

Why Choose Medinah?

Since 1924, Medinah Country Club has built a rich history and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Today, that tradition continues through the people who bring the Medinah experience to life every day.

Working at Medinah isn't your typical 9-to-5. From memorable everyday dining experiences to private events and some of the Club's most exciting moments, no two days are exactly the same.

We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. We believe exceptional hospitality comes from talented people who enjoy what they do, support one another, bring new ideas to the table, and take pride in creating something special. If you're looking for a culinary leadership opportunity where you can make an impact, develop a talented team, and have the freedom to be creative, Medinah may be the place for you.

Meet Your Restaurant: The Oasis

Your primary restaurant and home base at Medinah

The Oasis is a year-round dining operation where the pace, menu, staffing, and member experience evolve with the seasons. From busy summer days serving hundreds of members and guests to a more intimate off-season operation, there are very few \"typical\" days.

At A Glance

• Peak Season | May 1 to October 31: Open six days per week for all-day dining from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., including breakfast. The operation averages approximately 300 to 500 covers per day and is supported by additional seasonal H-2B team members.


• Off-Season | November 1 to April 30: Open Wednesday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., averaging approximately 50 to 150 covers per day. The team also provides to-go meals to the GLC six days per week.


• Menu & Programming: Three rotating specials each week, along with Wednesday theme nights featuring a small, specialty menu.


• Team: A core group of full-time, year-round employees, supplemented by seasonal team members during peak operations.

Club events, holidays, golf tournaments, and leagues can influence volume, hours, and the overall flow of business. Flexibility is an essential part of leading The Oasis, and hours and days of operation may change based on the needs of the Club.

You Might Be A Great Fit If...

You're passionate about great food, but you're just as passionate about building a great team. You set high standards while creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and enjoy coming to work. You stay calm when the kitchen gets busy and aren't afraid to jump in alongside your team.

You might be a great fit if you:

• Get excited about creating new dishes and evolving menus.


• Believe the best kitchens are built around strong teams and enjoy developing others.


• Know how to balance culinary creativity with the business side of running a kitchen.


• Have an eye for the details that turn a good dining experience into an exceptional one.


• Stay curious about culinary trends, techniques, and new ideas.

At Medinah, hospitality is about more than what's on the plate. It's about the entire experience.

What You'll Be Doing

As Chef de Cuisine, you'll lead the day-to-day culinary operation of The Oasis and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both the menu and the team behind it.

• Create. Develop and execute innovative, seasonal menus that keep the dining experience fresh and exciting for our members and guests.


• Lead. Train, mentor, and develop full-time and seasonal culinary team members while building a positive, professional kitchen culture.


• Set the Standard. Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency throughout daily kitchen operations.


• Run the Operation. Manage food and labor costs while overseeing inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.


• Collaborate. Partner with our Front of House, Catering, and Banquets teams to create custom menus and support private events when needed.


• Keep Us Sharp. Maintain high standards for kitchen safety, sanitation, food handling, and regulatory compliance.


• Bring Ideas to the Table. Stay current with culinary trends and techniques and look for opportunities to continue elevating the Medinah dining experience.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

Experience matters, but so does how you lead. We're looking for someone with the culinary knowledge to run an exceptional operation and the leadership skills to bring out the best in the people around them.

We'd love to see:

• Approximately five or more years of culinary leadership experience as an Executive Chef, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or in a comparable role.


• Experience within a high-end restaurant, private club, resort, or similarly elevated culinary environment.


• Proven success leading, coaching, and developing kitchen teams.


• Strong knowledge of cuisines, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.


• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.


• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented leadership style.

Culinary degree or formal training? That's a plus, but it's not the only path to becoming a great chef. We value the experience and expertise you've built throughout your career.

What Is In It For You

We believe great work deserves great support.

Eligible team members can enjoy:

• Competitive compensation


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Generous paid time off


• 401(k) with employer match


• Uniforms provided


• Employee meals


• Opportunities to learn, grow, and develop your career within a large and dynamic hospitality operation

A Few Important Details

Position: Chef de Cuisine

Reports To: Executive Sous Chef

Employment: Full-Time | Year-Round

Hospitality isn't always Monday through Friday, so this position requires availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

This job description is intended to provide an overview of the position and does not include every responsibility or task that may be required. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs and may include additional assignments as directed by management. This role requires availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.