Executive Chef: Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader

Hunter Super Techs - TurnPoint; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Health savings account

Telehealth resources

Life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Great Wolf Lodge is hiring an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, menu development, and food presentation across venues. You will test recipes, monitor guest satisfaction, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with health codes while leading a talented kitchen team.

Responsibilities include menu creation, staff leadership, cost controls, and collaboration with F&B leadership to drive profitability and guest experience. Relocation packages are available.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary degree or certificate preferred.
• 5+ years in restaurant kitchen roles.
• 1+ year in a supervisory/leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Direct the preparation and presentation of all foods in all lodge venues.
• Maintain health department compliance and training for staff.
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise chefs, cooks, and staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Menu development

Food safety

Staff supervision

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary education degree

Job description

Great Wolf Lodge is hiring an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, menu development, and food presentation across venues. You will test recipes, monitor guest satisfaction, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with health codes while leading a talented kitchen team.

Responsibilities include menu creation, staff leadership, cost controls, and collaboration with F&B leadership to drive profitability and guest experience. Relocation packages are available.