Fine Dining Executive Chef

Recruiting Partner: Melissa Driza

Naperville, Illinois | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $90,000 to $100,000 | Job ID: 173109

Job Summary

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A bespoke hospitality group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a dynamic culinary program for an award-winning restaurant and private events. This role offers the opportunity to shape menus, mentor a strong culinary team, and drive a guest experience built on quality, creativity, and consistency.

Executive Chef – Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Executive Chef salary

• Performance-based bonus potential

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Dining privileges and hospitality perks

• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

• Collaborative leadership culture within an established hospitality group

• Opportunity to shape menus and culinary direction across multiple outlets


Executive Chef – Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years as an Executive Chef in a high-volume fine dining restaurant

• Demonstrated experience overseeing restaurant dining and private events

ServSafe certification required

• Strong knowledge of menu engineering, recipe costing, purchasing strategy, and food cost control

• Experience managing culinary teams, training kitchen leadership, and building a positive kitchen culture

• Proven ability to maintain food cost targets, inventory management, and operational profitability

• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health department standards

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a hospitality environment


Executive Chef – Must Haves

• Lead menu development with seasonal updates while maintaining profitability and brand identity

• Direct culinary execution across restaurant service, private events, and additional food outlets

• Monitor guest feedback, reviews, and service trends to continuously refine the dining experience

• Maintain accurate recipes, portioning, and costing systems to ensure reliable profitability reporting

• Mentor kitchen managers and culinary staff through structured training and development

• Partner with sales, banquets, and leadership teams to execute high-volume events and special programming

• Oversee labor scheduling and staffing to align operational efficiency with revenue goals

• Maintain operational oversight of kitchen equipment, facilities, and workflow across outlets

 

JOB ID: 173109

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