Executive Chef Job in Chicago 60611, Illinois US
CORPORATE CHEF OPPORTUNITY
This is a unique opportunity for a uniquely talented chef: Big Bowl’s divisional Corporate Chef at Lettuce Entertain You® Restaurants. Our Corporate Chef is the “number two” culinary position within a $50 million enterprise including five different concepts. This means you’ll be traveling to four separate markets and having a direct impact on teams in 23 locations. Leadership and team development is part of the picture, but you’ll also get to use your extensive operations experience. And of course - you’ll use your innovative cooking skills as you work hand-in-hand with our Culinary Partner, developing new menu items and exploring new flavor pairings.
If you’ve been waiting for a high-level opportunity that combines all of your passions - culinary creativity, operational management, and team leadership - please apply and let us know why you’re a match for the Big Bowl division. EOE
REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years of experience leading a culinary team
- Ability to use creative culinary skills to enhance existing menu
- Ability to lead and develop multiple teams (hourly and salaried)
- Experience with systems/organizational skills including scheduling, financials, and sanitation, etc.
- A true passion for Asian cuisine and authentic, sustainable ingredients
This is a Chicago-based position with necessary travel to St. Louis, MO; Reston, VA; and the Twin Cities area, MN.
BENEFITS
- Competitive salaries
- Medical/dental insurance and prescription benefit
- Vision discount program
- 401(k)
- Dining discounts
- Relocation assistance
- Qualified domestic partner benefits
- Vacation
At Big Bowl, authenticity defines our menu: authentic Chinese and Thai ingredients, traditional flavors, and a contemporary approach. As our commitment to sustainability evolves, you’ll see it reflected in a variety of ways. Locally grown produce, direct trade coffee, humanely raised all-natural beef, responsibly-fished seafood and heirloom pork from small family-owned farms…all choices that support our commitment to quality as well as sustainability.
Our commitment encompasses more than our cuisine: it’s the bike rack out front, the eco-friendly supplies and post-recycled paper products. We’re also in the process of reducing and offsetting our carbon output by 100 percent.
To explore Big Bowl’s cuisine, our commitment to sustainability, Chef Marc Bernard’s “From the Chef” column, and the new blog from Big Bowl President Danny McGowan, visit http://www.bigbowl.com .
How To Apply
For immediate consideration, click on the Apply button below. You will be directed to our Career Center. The online application process takes 10 to 15 minutes. Please complete the entire application and attach your resume. You will receive an automated confirmation email acknowledging receipt of your application.