Executive Chef - Lead High-Energy Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Four Corners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Paid time off

50% food & beverage discount at all 4C

401K + company match

Development opportunities – 4C is grow

Medical & supplemental insurance

Employee events

Job summary

Four Corners, a Chicago-based hospitality group, seeks an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations at one of its sports bar concepts. The role trains and manages kitchen personnel and collaborates on menu development, food and labor cost control, and pricing.

Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will ensure top-quality dining experiences, maintain food safety standards, and lead in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with flexible day, evening, and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in F&B and culinary management.
• Strong knowledge of hospitality and catering operations.
• Develop new menu items and recipes.
• Stay up to date on dining trends and techniques.
• Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations for one concept.
• Train and manage kitchen staff.
• Control food and labor costs.
• Develop menu items and pricing.
• Ensure quality and consistency of dishes.
• Report to Culinary Director.
• Handle administrative tasks like ordering supplies and staffing.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

F&B management

Leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Food safety

Staff training

Inventory management

Customer service

BOH systems

Job description

Four Corners, a Chicago-based hospitality group, seeks an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations at one of its sports bar concepts. The role trains and manages kitchen personnel and collaborates on menu development, food and labor cost control, and pricing.

Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will ensure top-quality dining experiences, maintain food safety standards, and lead in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with flexible day, evening, and weekend hours.