Executive Chef

Nbutexas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nbutexas in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead its culinary program in a hands-on role with creative influence and strong ownership support.

You will oversee BOH operations, develop seasonal menus, manage food cost and labor, hire and mentor a kitchen team, and collaborate with leadership to grow the concept.

This role offers a competitive base salary with bonus and a chance to shape a renowned dining experience.

Qualifications

• Executive Chef with hands-on leadership and culinary vision.
• Experience managing kitchen P&L, food costing, and labor.
• Ability to balance creativity with structure and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the restaurant’s culinary vision.
• Oversee all BOH operations including quality, consistency, sanitation, and food safety.
• Develop seasonal menus and specials with creativity and intention.
• Manage food cost, labor, inventory, and waste to meet financial goals.
• Hire, train, mentor, and retain a strong kitchen team.
• Maintain systems, standards, and accountability throughout the BOH.
• Collaborate with ownership and leadership on the continued growth of the concept.

Skills

Executive leadership

P&L understanding

Food cost control

Labor management

Job description

Executive Chef

Chicago, IL

A highly regarded, established upscale restaurant in the Chicago area is seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead its culinary program.

This is a hands-on leadership role with real creative influence, strong ownership support, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on a well-known concept.

Compensation

• $90,000 base salary + bonus, depending on experience and fit

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the restaurant’s culinary vision
• Oversee all BOH operations including quality, consistency, sanitation, and food safety
• Develop seasonal menus and specials with creativity and intention
• Manage food cost, labor, inventory, and waste to meet financial goals
• Hire, train, mentor, and retain a strong kitchen team
• Maintain systems, standards, and accountability throughout the BOH
• Collaborate with ownership and leadership on the continued growth of the concept

What We’re Looking For

• Executive Chef
• Strong leadership skills with a professional, team-first approach
• Solid understanding of kitchen P&L, food costing, and labor management
• Ability to balance creativity with structure and consistency

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Nino Divanovic