Chef Manager: Lead Culinary Team & Client Experience

Socket.dev; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services in Mundelein, IL seeks a Chef Manager to oversee cafeteria and catering operations, lead staff, and ensure safety and high-quality guest experiences.

The role requires food service management experience, budget oversight, and strong client relations, with opportunities to mentor staff and drive service excellence. This on-site position emphasizes leadership and HACCP compliance.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in food service management.
• Experience in developing and managing budgets.
• Experience in food safety leadership within a food service or restaurant environment.
• Experience in building and leading a high performing team.
• Strong client relations experience.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of the food service and hospitality industry.
• Requires extensive hours at times and frequent local travel.
• Responsible for meeting and maintaining state and local certification requirements (Food Service Manager).

Responsibilities

• Cascades Quest vision and values across the operation.
• Oversees cafeteria and catering services and manages staff.
• Maintains safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Leads staff development, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Manages vendor relations, budgets, and inventory.
• Engages with clients to ensure satisfaction and retention.
• Plans and implements marketing and customer experience initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and certification requirements.

Skills

Food service mgmt

Budget planning

Food safety leadership

Team leadership

Client relations

MS Office

Hospitality knowledge

Travel required

Food Service Manager certs

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Quest Food Management Services in Mundelein, IL seeks a Chef Manager to oversee cafeteria and catering operations, lead staff, and ensure safety and high-quality guest experiences.

The role requires food service management experience, budget oversight, and strong client relations, with opportunities to mentor staff and drive service excellence. This on-site position emphasizes leadership and HACCP compliance.