Executive Chef

Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $92,000.00 - $100,000.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k)

subsidized parking

wellness spending account

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

extended illness benefits

Employee wellness programs

short-term disability insurance

long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Job Description

Mather Place in Wilmette is a luxury independent living rental community designed for adults aged 62 and better, situated in the vibrant North Shore area of Chicago. It offers a blend of comfortable living and enriching experiences, featuring 179 independent living apartment homes, two on-site restaurants, a fitness center, an art studio, a library, and various amenities aimed at fostering a dynamic and engaging lifestyle for its residents. Located at 2801 Old Glenview Road, this community is conveniently close to local attractions such as the Old Orchard shopping center, providing residents easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment.

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Job Requirements

Culinary arts degree or professional chef certification
7+ years of progressive supervisory experience in a scratch kitchen environment
current sanitation certification
strong leadership and communication skills
proficiency with computer software relevant to kitchen management
ability to multitask and make independent decisions
ability to build and maintain professional relationships
willingness to work onsite during peak hours including weekends and special events
commitment to 100% from-scratch cooking philosophy

Job Qualifications

Culinary Arts Degree or Professional Chef Certification - CEC or CIA ProChef3
ability to multi-task in a demanding environment and make independent decisions
effective communication and leadership
7+ years progressive supervisory position in a high-quality, scratch multi-venue kitchen
ability to establish and maintain professional and positive relationships between kitchen, service staff and colleagues and influence performance and change through those relationships
current sanitation certification and any other federal, state, local required
computer skills including MS Office, SharePoint, online training platforms, recipe, and inventory control software, scheduling systems, web based purchasing platforms, sanitation dashboards, point of sale systems and e-mail
experience working with older adults (preferred)

Job Duties

Design globally inspired menus for restaurants, catering, holidays, and special events
partner with pastry chef/sous chef to develop desserts, breads, and pastries tailored to each venue
lead a 100% scratch kitchen with a focus on a la minute preparation and presentation
ensure consistent food quality, variety, and visual appeal while minimizing waste
maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards
source ingredients from local vendors while balancing quality and cost
manage recipe database, inventory systems, and nutritional data
provide hands-on training and mentorship using online culinary development platforms
stay current with industry trends and integrate them into menus and operations
build positive relationships with residents and respond to feedback professionally
align team schedules with volume demands and Mather policies
oversee documentation including performance reviews, training logs, and inventory
ensure proper cleaning, equipment use, and maintenance protocols
collaborate on capital equipment planning and budget performance reviews
lead and sustain a Quality Assurance Process Improvement program

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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