Executive Chef jobs in Illinois
Executive Chef directs and oversees kitchen operations, including menu development, purchasing, inventory, cost control and sanitation. Creates and updates menus that will appeal to customers, utilize seasonal ingredients, and maximize profits. Being an Executive Chef develops and tests new recipes. Solicits and studies customer feedback to maintain high standards of quality and satisfaction. Additionally, Executive Chef troubleshoots and resolves operational issues. Complies with all safety and food sanitation laws and regulations. Supervises, trains, and mentors staff. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Executive Chef typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be an Executive Chef typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront
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Rockford, IL
FULL_TIME
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Executive Chef
Are you looking for a new opportunity in a fun and creative environment? Then we want you on our team! The Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront is looking for a talented and energetic person to join our team as our full time Executive Chef.
Our hotel team members are passionate about their work and also like to have fun. It’s an “all hands-on-deck” kind of environment to get our jobs done. Our Company was also voted “Best Place to Work”, and we offer a full line of great benefits including 18 days of PTO and 9 ½ paid holidays.
Our Executive Chef will complete a variety of tasks which include:- Teaches preparation according to well defined recipes and follows up and discusses ways of constantly improving the cuisine.
- Train, develop, and motivate supervisors and culinary staff. Sets performance standards and monitors performance.
- Advocates sound financial/business decision making, demonstrates honesty, integrity and leads by example.
- Provides and supports service behaviors that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
- Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
- Actively involved in menu development and maintaining updated and accurate costing of all dishes prepared and sold in the Food and Beverage operation.
- Determines how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.
- Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
- Ensures all equipment in the kitchen is properly maintained and in working order in accordance with local Health department and hotel standards.
- Follows and enforces all applicable safety procedures and ensures proper grooming and hygiene standards for all kitchen staffs.
- Ensures all kitchen employees maintain required food handling and sanitation certifications.
- Interacts with guests and reviews comment cards for guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintain quality levels of receiving, storage, production and presentation of food.
- Discuss daily food cost reports with key kitchen and F&B team members.
- Interview and hire new applicants for kitchen.
Qualifications for this position:- Culinary degree or related work experience OR 5 years of experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area with 3 years in a banquet management position.
- Experience with controlling expenses and managing food costs.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to speak clearly and listen attentively.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle pressure with poise and finesse.
- Positive attitude, outgoing and friendly personality.
- Strong leadership and a professional image.
Why Work With Us at the Embassy Suites?- Competitive Salary $85,000 - $90,000
- Full Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short/Long- Term Disability, Flex Spending, and more!
- 401K Match (up to 6%).
- 18 Days PTO & 9 1/2 Paid Holidays!
- Education Reimbursement towards position related coursework (only for FT)
- Team Member Development & Training.
- DEI Committee and Culture Club Committee dedicated to making your employee experience great!
Gorman & Company is a trusted partner in the community specializing in downtown revitalization, the preservation of affordable housing, workforce housing, and the adaptive reuse of significant historic buildings.
Gorman & Company is an Equal Employment Affirmative Action Employer
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- HIDE+SEEK
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- HIDE SEEK (838 W Randolph) is seeking an experienced and creative Executive Chef to lead our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for innovative cuisine, exceptional leadership skill...
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Executive Chef
- Compass Group USA
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North Aurora, IL
FULL_TIME
- Compass Community LivingPay Grade: 14 Salary: $70000 - $75000Other Forms of Compensation: Merit increasesWith people as our core and a deep commitment to exceptional hospitality, CCL Hospitality Group...
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- Asador Bastian
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Eat Well Hospitality is seeking Executive Chefs to work alongside Chef Doug Psaltis on new and existing concepts. The ideal candidate is: A proven leader capable of developing employees with an ephasi...
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Executive Chef
- Acanto
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Across from Millennium Park and along Chicago’s Cultural Mile, Acanto Restaurant Wine Bar is a treasured destination for those who appreciate authentic and approachable Italian food in a conversation-...
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- Five Star Senior Living
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Springfield, IL
FULL_TIME
- The Opportunity The Executive Chef will be responsible in managing the daily operations of the kitchen area, implement production process, menu planning, catering, manage food cost, labor cost and hav...
- 26 Days Ago
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- Market District
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Wexford, PA
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- Ansley Golf Club
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Atlanta, GA
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- 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM
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- Market District
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- Dewberry Charleston
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Charleston, SC
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- 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Rex 1516
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Philadelphia, PA
- Job Description Job Description Position Overview The executive chef is responsible for all culinary activities for the ...
- 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Harper Associates
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Jackson, MI
- Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager - Casual Dining $65-70,000 Exceptional opportunity for an experienced Executive Chef or K...
- 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Fair Oaks Farms
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Fair Oaks, IN
- Reports to: General Manager Position Summary: Oversees daily operations of the kitchen, Sous Chefs, and support staff. T...
- 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Chef
- Block Restaurant
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Provo, UT
- Job Description Job Description Block Restaurant in Provo, UT is looking for one executive chef to join our 30 person+ t...
- 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Illinois (/ˌɪlɪˈnɔɪ/ (listen) IL-ih-NOY) is a state in the Midwestern and Great Lakes region of the United States. It has the fifth largest gross domestic product (GDP),
the sixth largest population, and the 25th largest land area of all U.S. states. Illinois is often noted as a microcosm of the entire United States. With Chicago in northeastern Illinois, small industrial cities and immense agricultural productivity in the north and center of the state, and natural resources such as coal, timber, and petroleum in the south, Illinois has a diverse economic base, and is a major transportation hu...
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Income Estimation for Executive Chef jobs
$85,992 to $116,339
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What does an Executive Chef do?
Executive Chef in Lorain, OH
Tell us of a time when you were put in a situation which truly tested your ability to handle things as an executive chef.
November 04, 2019
Executive Chef in Brockton, MA
The menus must fit in with the budget allotted to the chef.
December 02, 2019
Executive Chef in Indianapolis, IN
Some Chefs may specialize in a certain type of cuisine.
December 22, 2019