Lead Chef Manager: Front & Back of House

Food For Thought; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

FFT University

Employee Meal Plan

Employee Discounts

Parental Leave

Job summary

Food For Thought is seeking a Chef Manager to lead Front and Back of House across Chicagoland cafés. You will set kitchen vision, align with trends, and ensure flawless execution of menus and client expectations.

With 5+ years in food service management, you will balance creativity and operational excellence, manage costs precisely, and motivate teams to success across multiple locations in the Chicagoland area.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Food Service Management.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficient computer skills and exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must provide valid Food Service Manager Certificate and Food Allergen Certification.

Responsibilities

• Measuring customer satisfaction levels through feedback and resolving any issues immediately.
• Working with the District Manager to maintain 100% compliance with the new menu and promo rollouts from the chef’s committee.
• Acting as the liaison with the client to ensure expectations are met.
• Managing and maintaining all SOP and HACCP standards.
• Demonstrating financial expertise and accountability in managing Food, Labor and Direct costs against budgets and forecasts.
• Other duties as required or assigned.

Skills

communication

leadership

computers

organization

fast-paced

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts

Food Service Manager Certificate

Food Allergen Certification

Job description

Food For Thought is seeking a Chef Manager to lead Front and Back of House across Chicagoland cafés. You will set kitchen vision, align with trends, and ensure flawless execution of menus and client expectations.

With 5+ years in food service management, you will balance creativity and operational excellence, manage costs precisely, and motivate teams to success across multiple locations in the Chicagoland area.