Executive Chef
Tavern on RushChicago, IL, US
Posted ago
Description

We're looking for a culinary leader who can provide our guests with fantastic dining experiences. The Executive Chef, must be capable of overseeing the entire kitchen and ensuring food safety laws are followed, as well as being successful at creating and executing new menu items and recipes. Passion for food and the ability to inspire others to be innovative and enthusiastic kitchen professionals are highly valued skills. To be considered for the position, you must have executive chef experience or sous chef experience at high volume steak house/fine dining restaurants.

Responsibilities
  • Create and execute breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus
  • Set staff schedule, lead pre-shift meetings, keep time and payroll records
  • Manage controllable department expenses such as food, supplies, uniforms, equipment, and collaborate with vendors to achieve the highest quality products at the most reasonable price
  • Make decisions for daily culinary operations, including exceeding guest expectations and increasing revenue and profit
  • Incorporate different ingredients in a creative way to produce fresh and innovative menu items and specials
  • Review and track team member performance objectives, as well as offer guidance and assistance to support and promote an efficient kitchen
  • Ensure that all food preparation, including processes, portioning, and garnishing, is well supervised, and confirm that the finished dishes are visually appealing
  • Recruit, train, and lead all kitchen personnel while instilling a sense of teamwork through positive feedback, mentoring, and support
Qualifications
  • Must be able to meet all safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage
  • Display excellent communication and interpersonal skills with guests and coworkers
  • Outstanding management abilities, as well as experience leading, inspiring, and building a team
Compensation
$130,000 - $150,000 yearly
About Tavern on Rush

Tavern on Rush has returned to Chicago's Gold Coast at 1015 N. Rush.

The environment at Tavern on Rush is energetic and inviting to locals and tourists of all ages. It is the perfect spot to enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and personable service.

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