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Executive Sous Chef | Fine Dining | North Suburbs
Were seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team of a high-volume, fine dining restaurant in the North Suburbs.
This is an excellent opportunity for a polished, hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a sophisticated, fast-paced environment. Were looking for someone who understands the expectations of fine dining, takes tremendous pride in food quality and execution, and knows how to develop a talented culinary team while maintaining strong operational and financial discipline.
What Youll Do
Lead Culinary Operations
Partner closely with the Executive Chef to oversee day-to-day kitchen operations.Lead from the front during high-volume services, ensuring the kitchen is organized, prepared, and executing at a consistently high level.Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, flavor, presentation, recipe execution, and portioning.Support menu development, seasonal features, private dining, and special events.Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless communication and service execution.
Build & Develop the Team
Recruit, train, coach, and develop sous chefs, cooks, and other culinary team members.Establish clear expectations and create a professional, positive, and accountable kitchen culture.Identify high-potential employees and create opportunities for cross-training and advancement.Provide ongoing coaching and feedback while holding the team accountable to culinary and operational standards.Lead by example and maintain composure during demanding services.
Manage Costs & Performance
Assist with food cost, labor, inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and overall kitchen profitability.Monitor product usage, portioning, and waste while maintaining exceptional quality standards.Utilize Restaurant365 and other restaurant systems for inventory, purchasing, cost tracking, and reporting.Analyze kitchen performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.Partner with senior leadership on forecasting, budgeting, and operational planning.
Maintain Exceptional Standards
Ensure consistency in preparation, execution, plating, and presentation.Maintain exceptional kitchen organization, cleanliness, sanitation, and food-safety practices.Ensure proper food handling, storage, labeling, rotation, and workplace safety procedures.Maintain equipment and proactively identify repair and maintenance needs.Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety requirements.
What Were Looking For
3+ years of Executive Sous Chef, Senior Sous Chef, or comparable culinary leadership experienceFine dining or high-end upscale restaurant experience strongly preferredExperience operating within a high-volume culinary environmentStrong culinary foundation with excellent attention to technique, quality, consistency, and presentationProven ability to lead, coach, and develop sizable culinary teamsStrong financial acumen with experience managing food cost, labor, inventory, purchasing, and wasteExperience with Restaurant365 or comparable restaurant management systems preferredFood Safety Manager CertificationExcellent organizational, communication, and leadership skillsAbility to remain composed and make strong decisions during high-volume servicesNew restaurant opening experience is a plusBilingual English/Spanish is a plus
The Ideal Leader
Youre a chef who understands that a successful kitchen requires more than great food. You know how to develop people, control costs, create systems, and maintain exceptionally high standards while keeping the team focused and motivated.
Youre comfortable being hands-on during service, you hold yourself and others accountable, and you take pride in creating a kitchen culture where talented culinary professionals can grow.
If youre an experienced culinary leader looking to take the next step within a high-volume fine dining environment, wed love to connect.
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#STS\nCompany Description
Superior Talent Source is a niche search agency specializing in executive placement nationwide with leading restaurants, hotels country clubs and resorts across the United States.
Our recruiters have decades of experience in recruiting for the Hospitality industry, and they have built up an excellent network of relationships as well as a deep understanding of the marketplace.
Our recruiter's expertise together with our approach is focused on finding the right fit for both candidate and client, whilst delivering a quality service.
Our success is built on investing in relationships and doing it the right way. Going beyond phone calls and e-mails, taking the time to attend conferences, being active members of professional groups and social media. Getting to know clients and candidates on a personal level and supporting and nurturing the relationships we establish.
Lastly, we know what it takes and how to match the right candidate to the right client.
Company DescriptionSuperior Talent Source is a niche search agency specializing in executive placement nationwide with leading restaurants, hotels country clubs and resorts across the United States.\r\n\r\nOur recruiters have decades of experience in recruiting for the Hospitality industry, and they have built up an excellent network of relationships as well as a deep understanding of the marketplace.\r\n\r\nOur recruiter's expertise together with our approach is focused on finding the right fit for both candidate and client, whilst delivering a quality service.\r\n\r\nOur success is built on investing in relationships and doing it the right way. Going beyond phone calls and e-mails, taking the time to attend conferences, being active members of professional groups and social media. Getting to know clients and candidates on a personal level and supporting and nurturing the relationships we establish.\r\n\r\nLastly, we know what it takes and how to match the right candidate to the right client.
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