Executive Chef - Upscale Kitchen Leader with Growth & Guest Focus

Goodwin Recruiting; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonus potential

Transportation allowance

Cell phone allowance

401k with match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Iconic Chicago-based restaurant group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at one of its distinguished locations near Chicago. You will oversee all food preparation, production, and presentation, ensuring recipes are followed and dishes exceed guest expectations.

We value a hands-on leader who can train staff, manage schedules, control costs, and drive guest satisfaction with exceptional food and wine pairings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as an Executive Chef in an upscale mid-to-high-volume restaurant.
• Polished and professional presentation.
• A team builder and hands-on leader who fosters a feeling of being valued for the team.
• Understanding of delivering financial results.
• A NEVER SAY NO approach to guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food preparation, production, and presentation; ensure that recipes are followed and preparation and presentation are adhered to consistently.
• Ensure production of all recipes, both prep and plate, are consistent and of superior quality
• Plan production schedules, implement, and manage execution.
• Train staff for associated job functions with their assigned roles as needed.
• Resolve all customer opportunities related to food quality and execution..
• Understand and adhere to all kitchen operation and management procedures..
• Communication of all opportunities, clearly and with the necessary urgency, to senior management to secure assistance or guidance.
• Possess and maintain a thorough knowledge of wines offered in restaurants and wine/food pairings.
• Represents restaurant and brand at outside functions as needed.
• Ensure all kitchen and food operations are in compliance with all legislated health and licensing guidelines; ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

Executive leadership

Team building

Financial acumen

Guest-focused

High energy

Training and mentoring

Job description

Iconic Chicago-based restaurant group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at one of its distinguished locations near Chicago. You will oversee all food preparation, production, and presentation, ensuring recipes are followed and dishes exceed guest expectations.

We value a hands-on leader who can train staff, manage schedules, control costs, and drive guest satisfaction with exceptional food and wine pairings.