Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $60,000.00 - $90,000.00
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
Il Porcellino is a renowned neighborhood restaurant situated in the vibrant River North district of downtown Chicago. Known for its warm atmosphere and luxury casual dining experience, Il Porcellino specializes in classic Italian-American comfort food, offering a menu that beautifully blends traditional flavors with modern culinary techniques. The restaurant prides itself on creating a welcoming environment where guests can enjoy authentic dishes in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting. It has become a favorite among locals and visitors who seek quality food paired with exceptional service in one of Chicago's bustling neighborhoods.
Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, the hospitality group behind Il Porcellino, is a prominent culinary-driven restaurant company celebrated for nurturing diverse talents and fostering a Culture of Caring across its 130+ establishments. The company has an outstanding reputation for its commitment to employee growth, offering comprehensive training programs and career advancement opportunities. In this context, Il Porcellino is currently seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join its dynamic team and contribute to the restaurant's continued success.
The Executive Sous Chef role at Il Porcellino is a critical leadership position within the kitchen, responsible for supporting a dual kitchen operation that also includes Ramen-san River North, another popular concept under the Lettuce Entertain You umbrella. This role demands at least two years of Executive Sous Chef experience and a proven ability to manage kitchen operations effectively. The successful candidate will oversee mid- and closing kitchen shifts, assist with inventory control, food ordering, and labor cost management, and ensure that all food preparation and cooking meet the highest standards of quality and presentation.
This position requires strong leadership skills to manage and motivate the back-of-house staff, conducting pre-shift meetings, line checks, and tasting sessions. The Executive Sous Chef will collaborate closely with the General Manager and designated managers or chefs, ensuring recipe consistency and maintaining high culinary standards at all times. They will also be engaged in hiring, onboarding, training, and developing kitchen personnel, fostering teamwork, and promoting a positive work environment.
Additionally, the position involves regular communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams to deliver seamless guest experiences. Flexibility is important, as the role may involve working varied shifts, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and possibly travel between multiple sites. Physical stamina is also necessary due to the demands of lifting and moving heavy objects in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Lettuce Entertain You offers competitive salary packages ranging from $60,000 to $90,000 per year for the Executive Sous Chef position, along with an attractive benefits package. Benefits include health insurance plans such as Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off including holidays and personal days, and quarterly bonuses. Additional perks include restaurant discounts, life and accident protection, critical illness insurance, domestic partner benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program focused on mental health and wellness.
By joining Il Porcellino and Lettuce Entertain You, prospective candidates will become part of a restaurant group that values inclusivity, professional growth, and a vibrant, supportive workplace culture. This is an exciting opportunity for an Executive Sous Chef who is passionate about culinary excellence and ready to take on a leadership role in a thriving kitchen setting.
Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, the hospitality group behind Il Porcellino, is a prominent culinary-driven restaurant company celebrated for nurturing diverse talents and fostering a Culture of Caring across its 130+ establishments. The company has an outstanding reputation for its commitment to employee growth, offering comprehensive training programs and career advancement opportunities. In this context, Il Porcellino is currently seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join its dynamic team and contribute to the restaurant's continued success.
The Executive Sous Chef role at Il Porcellino is a critical leadership position within the kitchen, responsible for supporting a dual kitchen operation that also includes Ramen-san River North, another popular concept under the Lettuce Entertain You umbrella. This role demands at least two years of Executive Sous Chef experience and a proven ability to manage kitchen operations effectively. The successful candidate will oversee mid- and closing kitchen shifts, assist with inventory control, food ordering, and labor cost management, and ensure that all food preparation and cooking meet the highest standards of quality and presentation.
This position requires strong leadership skills to manage and motivate the back-of-house staff, conducting pre-shift meetings, line checks, and tasting sessions. The Executive Sous Chef will collaborate closely with the General Manager and designated managers or chefs, ensuring recipe consistency and maintaining high culinary standards at all times. They will also be engaged in hiring, onboarding, training, and developing kitchen personnel, fostering teamwork, and promoting a positive work environment.
Additionally, the position involves regular communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams to deliver seamless guest experiences. Flexibility is important, as the role may involve working varied shifts, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and possibly travel between multiple sites. Physical stamina is also necessary due to the demands of lifting and moving heavy objects in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Lettuce Entertain You offers competitive salary packages ranging from $60,000 to $90,000 per year for the Executive Sous Chef position, along with an attractive benefits package. Benefits include health insurance plans such as Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off including holidays and personal days, and quarterly bonuses. Additional perks include restaurant discounts, life and accident protection, critical illness insurance, domestic partner benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program focused on mental health and wellness.
By joining Il Porcellino and Lettuce Entertain You, prospective candidates will become part of a restaurant group that values inclusivity, professional growth, and a vibrant, supportive workplace culture. This is an exciting opportunity for an Executive Sous Chef who is passionate about culinary excellence and ready to take on a leadership role in a thriving kitchen setting.
Job Requirements
- 2+ years Executive Sous Chef experience
- Ability to manage back-of-house operations
- Excellent communication skills
- Leadership and team management skills
- Flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
- Physical ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
- Commitment to quality and food safety standards
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 participate 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
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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