Executive Sous Chef

Hammond, IN, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $60,000.00 - $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

Job Description

Il Porcellino is a beloved neighborhood restaurant situated in the vibrant River North district of downtown Chicago. Known for its warm and casual atmosphere, Il Porcellino specializes in classic Italian-American comfort food that appeals to a wide range of guests seeking authentic flavors and a welcoming dining experience. This establishment prides itself on delivering high-quality cuisine and exceptional service, fostering a community-oriented environment where both staff and customers feel valued. As part of the Lettuce Entertain You restaurant group, Il Porcellino benefits from a legacy of culinary excellence and a commitment to employee development, making it a sought-after workplace for... Show More

Job Requirements

minimum of 2 years Executive Sous Chef experience
ability to work various shifts including early mornings, late nights and weekends
capability to work at multiple sites with or without overnight travel
physical ability to move and lift up to 50 pounds
strong leadership and communication skills

Job Qualifications

4+ years of Executive Sous Chef experience in a full-service restaurant
ability to lead and manage the kitchen staff

Job Duties

Oversee all mid- and closing kitchen duties and contribute to inventory, ordering and controlling food and labor costs
run BOH shifts and ensure effective and efficient BOH shifts and operations including food prep and cooking, ensure adequate inventory levels of food and supplies, and supervise the kitchen, dish and all other BOH teams
lead BOH pre-shift meetings and participating in line, temp and cooler checks and food tastings for the shift
partner with GM and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe books
perform regular line checks throughout the day to ensure quality of all menu items
purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurant including daily product order
ensure effective communication of food production and timing issues, needs, and special requests between front of house (FOH) and BOH
partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH 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 Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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