High-Volume Executive Culinary Leader

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Beatrix - River North Full time
Executive Chef Opportunity

About Beatrix - River North:

We are a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place, featuring healthy meets delicious menu options plus in-house pastries and signature cookies.

Overview of the Role:

Lettuce Entertain You is seeking an EXECUTIVE CHEF with 5+ years of experience in a full-service high-volume restaurant. Our company values culinary innovation and teamwork, offering a Culture of Caring that supports our employees' diverse talents at over 100 locations.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and monitor BOH operations, ensuring effective inventory management, food costs, and purchasing standards.
  • Foster leadership and guidance to hourly and management teams, upholding our Culture of Caring.
  • Collaborate with divisional leaders to research, develop, and execute seasonal menus and new items.
  • Ensure BOH training and quarterly audits of standard operating procedures.
  • Purchase and order food products and supplies in partnership with designated chefs.
  • Review and maintain recipe books with GM and/or designated managers/chefs.
  • Create new recipe costing and partner with GM for employee development.
  • Model and promote teamwork across all teams, responding effectively to challenges.
  • Work various shifts, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, as needed.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • 5+ years of executive chef experience in a full-service restaurant.
  • Able to lead and develop teams.
  • Skilled in managing BOH systems.

Benefits:

  • Quarterly Bonus
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Domestic Partner Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k)

Estimated Salary: $70,000 - $100,000 per year.



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