Evening Chef Manager: Lead Culinary & Cost Controls

Eurest USA; Merna (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Life Insurance

Job summary

Eurest USA is hiring an Evening Chef Manager to oversee back- and front-of-house operations in Normal, IL. You will ensure a quality culinary program, manage menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food costs, and drive sanitation and safety compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, HACCP knowledge, budgeting and P&L experience, and a commitment to excellence. Benefits include health, retirement and time-off programs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Culinary Arts is preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• Five years progressive culinary management experience.
• Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask.
• Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and motivate team.
• Must possess a passion for excellence.
• Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food.
• Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience.
• P&L and financial reporting experience.
• Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls.
• Strong leadership, coaching and training skills.
• Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and POS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional business etiquette and client relations.
• Ability to lift, bend and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles.
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior.
• ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Participates in employee meetings and training programs.
• Conducts safety, sanitation and maintenance programs.
• Maintains food cost while ensuring quality standards.
• Maintains an active role in managing team developments.
• Manages purchasing and inventory controls.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.
• Hours are M-F 1pm-10pm.

Skills

Culinary management

Leadership

HACCP knowledge

P&L & financial reporting

Budgeting & labor costs

Food safety

Coaching & training

MS Office & POS

Communication

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS

Job description

Eurest USA is hiring an Evening Chef Manager to oversee back- and front-of-house operations in Normal, IL. You will ensure a quality culinary program, manage menu development, inventory, purchasing, labor and food costs, and drive sanitation and safety compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, HACCP knowledge, budgeting and P&L experience, and a commitment to excellence. Benefits include health, retirement and time-off programs.