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Executive Sous Chef

$70k - $90k

NextGen Hospitality Solutions

Executive Sous Chef for High-Volume Full-Service Restaurant Ready to command the pass at a bustling kitchen? A dynamic, high-volume full-service restaurant in the Greater Chicago area is looking for an accomplished Executive Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and drive culinary excellence. This is your opportunity to influence every plate that leaves the kitchen while building and mentoring a talented team in a fast-paced environment. Why You'll Love This Opportunity Competitive salary of $70,000-$90,000 annually plus bonus potential Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) plan and Paid Time Off to support your future Leadership role with real influence over menu execution and kitchen direction Fast-paced environment where skill and dedication are genuinely rewarded What You'll Do Lead and mentor kitchen staff to execute consistent, high-quality dishes Oversee daily kitchen operations and maintain service flow Uphold food safety standards, plating consistency, and culinary excellence Collaborate with leadership on menu development and optimization Manage kitchen workflow to support high-volume service demands What We're Looking For Proven culinary expertise with advanced knife skills and technique Demonstrated leadership experience managing kitchen teams Strong background in high-volume, full-service restaurant kitchens Excellent communication and problem-solving skills under pressure Genuine passion for food quality and continuous culinary improvement #J-18808-Ljbffr

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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