NewExecutive Chef Confidential SearchExecutive ChefNaperville, ILIf you have 3+ years of Executive Chef experience in a high-volume steakhouse or upscale full-service restaurant, strong financial acumen, and a passion for mentoring culinary talent, this is your opportunity to make your mark with a company that values creativity, quality, and leadership. We're seeking an experienced Executive Chef who is passionate about exceptional cuisine, inspiring kitchen teams, and delivering an unforgettable fine dining experience.
Executive Chef Fabio Viviani Hospitality GroupExecutive ChefChicago, ILWorking closely with restaurant leadership, the Executive Chef will ensure that every guest experience reflects Seville's commitment to elevated hospitality, approachable sophistication, and memorable dining experiences. This role oversees all back-of-house functions, including menu execution, food quality, kitchen team leadership, inventory management, food and labor cost controls, and operational excellence.
NewExecutive Chef EmaExecutive ChefChicago, Illinois$70,000–$100,000 / yearFull timeAbout US: Ema, located in Chicago's River North, is a Mediterranean restaurant showcasing Chef CJ Jacobson's lighter California style of cooking, highlighting local produce, unique spices and ingredients. Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring.
Executive Chef East Bank ClubExecutive ChefChicago, IL$135,000–$145,000 / yearThis position partners closely with Food & Beverage leadership, the Club's Nutrition team, and other departments to develop culinary programs that support East Bank Club's commitment to wellness while delivering exceptional dining experiences that balance nutrition, flavor, creativity, and operational excellence. The Executive Chef is expected to think strategically, lead with integrity, develop future culinary leaders, and continuously evolve the Club's culinary program while supporting East Bank Club's mission of inspiring members to live healthy, active, and connected lives.
NewEsquire Executive Chef 58EOS LLCEsquire Executive ChefChicago, IL$129,000–$175,000 / yearPart timeEsquire is a 265-seat luxury steakhouse in Chicago’s Gold Coast where Japanese precision meets French technique — anchored by an elite Wagyu and seafood program, a four-level Wine Tower, the OakSh omakase counter, and the invitation-only Maison 58. Across a 265-seat dining room, a four-level ~5,000-bottle Wine Tower, the Trophy Room, the invitation-only 58 Club, and the OakSh omakase counter, it delivers omotenashi-inspired hospitality and culinary theater in a vintage-Hollywood setting.
Sous Chef Skokie Country ClubSous ChefGlencoe, IllinoisThe Sous Chef is responsible to assist the Executive Chef for the overall kitchen operation, ensuring maximum member/guest satisfaction, through planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the Kitchen operation and administration. If you have a passion for providing exceptional service and a desire to be part of a premier private family club in Glencoe, than Skokie Country Club is the right place for you to explore your career opportunities.
Executive Chef BeatrixExecutive ChefOak Brook, Illinois$70,000–$100,000 / yearFull timeAbout US: Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place, featuring healthy meets delicious menu options plus in-house pastries and signature cookies. Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring.
EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF Compass Group North AmericaEXECUTIVE SOUS CHEFCHICAGO, IL$95,000–$100,000 / yearAssume full culinary decision-making responsibility in the absence of the Executive Chef, including oversight of menu execution, kitchen operations, and client-facing needs. Lead, coach, and mentor sous chefs and front-line associates to strengthen skills, teamwork, and accountability.
NewBerenjak Sous Chef - Soho House Chicago Soho House & Co.Berenjak Sous Chef - Soho House ChicagoChicago, ILLead by example and alongside the Executive Chef to deliver effective and efficient dining experiences by overseeing the back of house (BOH) operation, staffing, food production, accommodating special request, dietary restrictions and following allergy procedure. As the Sous Chef, your duties will include recruiting and training new employees, adhering to allergy procedure and food preferences as well as working with the Executive Chef on developing new menu options.
NewSous Chef - Lyra DineAmic HospitalitySous Chef - LyraChicago, Cook County$65,000–$75,000 / yearDuties include assisting the Executive Chef in monitoring kitchen activities, expediting orders to ensure quality taste or presentation, and taking on additional responsibilities in the Executive Chef’s absence to ensure that kitchen staff has proper direction. The Sous Chef will build a culture of teamwork, enthusiasm, and superior service; maintain staffing pars by assisting in interviewing, hiring, and retaining qualified kitchen staff; and train, motivate, and supervise subordinates.
Sous Chef Onni GroupSous ChefChicago, IllinoisManage human resources in the production and preparation areas of the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the employees while providing a safe work environment; interview, hire, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, recommend and conduct performance and salary reviews, provide open communication, recommend discipline and termination, as appropriate. Monitor, analyze and control all labor and food costs; prepare the appropriate reports, charts and schedules to ensure budgets are met/exceeded while quality is maintained/improved.
Federales Logan Square - Executive Sous Chef Four CornersFederales Logan Square - Executive Sous ChefChicago, ILFour Corners is a leading, Chicago-based hospitality group that owns and operates unique establishments, each thoughtfully created to offer an exceptional social experience, creative menus, and superior service. Understand and manage local and government-regulated food safety, risk prevention, fire prevention, hygiene practices, and emergency procedures to ensure the safety of all staff and guests.
Executive Chef Davidson Hospitality GroupExecutive ChefChicago, Illinois$90,000–$100,000A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
Executive Chef-Chicago, IL B Hospitality CorpExecutive Chef-Chicago, ILChicago, ILButler Hospitality operates the Food and Beverage Departments within our partner hotels throughout the USA, Great locations and conveniently located! Butler delivers high quality food and services to hotel guests agnostic of brand, management company or ownership groups.
EXECUTIVE CHEF Compass Group North AmericaEXECUTIVE CHEFChicago, IL$88,000–$90,000 / yearComprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation. Working as the Executive Chef - Ace Team, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff.
Sous Chef Marriott Chicago O'HareSous ChefChicago, Illinois$65,000–$75,000Work closely with Banquets, Food & Beverage, Catering, Stewarding, and other hotel departments to ensure successful execution of functions and daily operations. If you are someone who works well with highly effective teams and is focused on exceeding customer expectations while building strong profit margins - we want to hear from you.
NewEsquire Chef de Cuisine 58EOS LLCEsquire Chef de CuisineChicago, IL$105,000–$142,000 / yearPart timeEsquire is a 265-seat luxury steakhouse in Chicago’s Gold Coast where Japanese precision meets French technique — anchored by an elite Wagyu and seafood program, a four-level Wine Tower, the OakSh omakase counter, and the invitation-only Maison 58. Across a 265-seat dining room, a four-level ~5,000-bottle Wine Tower, the Trophy Room, the invitation-only 58 Club, and the OakSh omakase counter, it delivers omotenashi-inspired hospitality and culinary theater in a vintage-Hollywood setting.
NewExecutive Chef Shaw's Crab HouseExecutive ChefChicago, Illinois$70,000–$100,000 / yearFull timeAbout US: Shaw's Crab House is two restaurants in one: a casual oyster bar with freshly shucked oysters and a sophisticated seafood house featuring made-to-order sushi and more than 40 seafood dishes, including our signature Alaskan King Crab Legs. Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring.
CHEF, SOUS - HCSC CHICAGO Compass Group North AmericaCHEF, SOUS - HCSC CHICAGOChicago, IL$60,000–$68,000 / yearComprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FlikHospitality.pdf .
CATERING SOUS CHEF Compass Group North AmericaCATERING SOUS CHEFChicago, IL$80,000–$85,000 / yearComprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FlikHospitality.pdf .