Beatrix

Executive Chef

Chicago, IL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $100,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Quarterly bonus
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Paid Time Off
401(k)

Job Description

Beatrix is a vibrant neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant, and meeting place that combines the best of healthy and delicious menu options with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its in-house pastries and signature cookies, Beatrix has become a cherished locale for community members seeking great food and a friendly environment. As part of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, a culinary-driven company dedicated to its people, Beatrix offers an inspiring work culture that emphasizes diversity, care, and professional growth across 100 plus locations. The company is committed to fostering a Culture of Caring where every individual’s unique perspective and talent are nurtured, making... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 5 plus years of executive chef experience in a full-service high-volume restaurant
  • Ability to lead and develop teams
  • Skilled in managing back-of-house systems
  • Flexibility to work various shifts including early mornings, late nights, weekends and travel
  • Capacity to move and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to fostering a positive team environment

Job Qualifications

  • 5 plus years of executive chef experience in a full-service restaurant
  • Ability to lead and develop teams
  • Skilled in managing back-of-house systems

Job Duties

  • Oversee, monitor and ensure effective and efficient back-of-house operations including monitoring and ensuring consistent purchasing standards and inventory, and tracking and controlling food costs
  • Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering a culture of caring
  • Research, develop and execute seasonal menus and new menu items as directed in partnership with divisional leaders
  • Ensure effective back-of-house training in collaboration with divisional trainers and chefs
  • Conduct quarterly in-restaurant audit of back-of-house standard operating procedures and systems
  • Partner with designated chefs to purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurant
  • Partner with general manager and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe books
  • Create new and maintain existing recipe costing in partnership with general manager and designated chefs
  • Partner with general manager and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all back-of-house employees and teams as needed
  • Model and promote teamwork across all teams
  • Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
  • Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
  • Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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