Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
Quarterly bonus
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Ema is a distinguished Mediterranean restaurant located in the vibrant River North neighborhood of Chicago. Celebrated for its light, California-inspired Mediterranean cuisine crafted by renowned Chef CJ Jacobson, Ema places a strong emphasis on utilizing local produce, unique spices, and high-quality ingredients to create an unforgettable dining experience. The restaurant is part of the Lettuce Entertain You family, a well-respected culinary-driven company with over 130 locations, known for its dedication to quality food, impeccable service, and nurturing of diverse talents. Ema offers a welcoming atmosphere where fresh, innovative dishes come to life, capturing the essence of both Californian and Mediterranean... Show More
Job Requirements
- Two years of Chef experience
- Ability to work a variety of shifts including early mornings, late nights, and weekends
- Capacity to move and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Experience with inventory management and food cost control
- Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment
Job Qualifications
- Four plus years of Chef de Cuisine experience in a full-service restaurant
- Ability to lead and develop teams
- Skilled in managing back-of-house systems
Job Duties
- Lead the opening shift process including food orders, inventory and price updates
- Receive and store food supplies
- Oversee inspections
- Lead and manage menu changes
- Direct and ensure effective and efficient back-of-house operations including food prep and cooking
- Ensure adequate inventory levels of food and supplies
- Supervise kitchen employees
- Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering the company culture
- Track and control food cost
- Purchase and order food products and supplies including daily product orders
- Partner with General Manager and designated managers to create prep lists and assign production duties
- Perform regular line checks to ensure quality of all menu items
- Review and maintain recipe books with management
- Ensure effective communication between front of house and back of house
- Interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all back-of-house employees as needed
- Model and promote teamwork across all teams
- Handle challenges related to guests, vendors, and employees with tact and good judgment
- Work varied shifts including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and travel as needed
- Move and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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