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Chef de Cuisine

$32 - $37 per hour
Full-time

The Kismet Table

The Kismet Table | Lincoln Park, Chicago

Kismet is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to join our tiny-but-mighty team. This role is for a career-driven chef looking to grow in a creative kitchen with an emphasis on consistency, team building and excellent quality. We are looking for a chef who leads with structure, discipline, and care — for the food and the people making it.

About Kismet
Kismet is a neighborhood atelier focused on seasonal gourmet provisions, offering artisan cheese & charcuterie, and occasionally hosting private events and workshops.

 

The Role
Working closely with the Chef-Owner and Sous Chef, plays a hands-on leadership role in daily operations, menu execution, and team development.

What You’ll Do

  • Enjoy working in an open kitchen and interacting with guests
  • Help lead day-to-day kitchen operations
  • Maintain quality, consistency, and presentation standards
  • Support menu and recipe development
  • Oversee prep, execution and development of BOH systems
  • Manage par levels and inventory
  • Uphold food safety, sanitation, and organization standards
  • Communicate clearly, professionally and with kindness

Who You Are

  • A career chef with 3-4+ years of Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience
  • Experienced in fine-dining or similarly high-standard kitchens
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and systems-minded
  • Comfortable leading while staying hands-on
  • Committed to growth, amenable to feedback, and promotes a positive kitchen culture

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you! Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($32-$37 per hour)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts

Vacancy posted 20 hours ago
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