Executive Chef

Executive ChefLettuce Oakbrook is now hiring an Executive Chef!Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for an Executive Chef with 2 years of Executive Chef experience. We reward our teams with benefits, career-long training and growth opportunities.A Few of Our Benefits:Competitive SalaryQuarterly BonusPaid Time Off - including Paid Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation401(k)Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical InsuranceDental & Vision InsuranceLife, Accident Protection & Critical Illness InsuranceDomestic Partner BenefitsRestaurant DiscountsEmployee Assistance Program - focusing on a commitment to mental health & wellnessWhy Work With Lettuce?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. If you're ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today! We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-VerifyResponsibilities:Oversee, monitor and ensure effective and efficient BOH operations including monitoring and ensuring consistent purchasing standards and inventory, and tracking and controlling food costsProvide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of CaringResearch, develop and execute seasonal menus and new menu items as directed in partnership with divisional leadersEnsure effective BOH training in collaboration with divisional trainers and chefsConduct quarterly in-restaurant audit of BOH standard operating procedures and systemsPartner with designated chefs to purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurantPartner with GM and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe booksCreate new and maintain existing recipe costing in partnership with GM and designated chefsPartner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as neededModel and promote teamwork across all teamsUse tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesyWork a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as neededMove and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 poundsQualifications:5+ years of Executive Chef experience in a full-service restaurantAbility to lead and develop teamsSkilled in managing BOH systemsSalary Range: USD $70,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.