Executive Chef Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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There are currently 118 Executive Chef jobs in Des Plaines, IL hiring this August 2026. These openings are a great way to earn income, gain experience, and work at a location close to you.

If you want to work as a Executive Chef, local opportunities make it easy to get started, whether you're experienced or new to the job.

Why Choose a Executive Chef Job in Your Area

Working as a Executive Chef in Des Plaines offers many benefits:

  • Convenient location - work near your home or in your neighborhood
  • Fast hiring process - many employers are hiring now
  • No degree required - learn while you work
  • Flexible scheduling - choose shifts that fit your lifestyle
  • Valuable experience - build skills to grow your career

You can apply to Executive Chef positions close to you, whether in restaurants, hotels, or catering services. Some jobs require prior experience, but many are entry-level and provide training.

If you’re looking for Executive Chef work in your area, Executive Chef jobs close to you, or local Executive Chef openings with no experience required, there are real opportunities available.

What Employers Look for in a Executive Chef

Every workplace is different, but most employers want someone who:

  • Arrives on time
  • Communicates clearly
  • Works well with others
  • Follows instructions and stays focused
  • Learns quickly on the job

Depending on the business, Executive Chef duties may include food preparation, assisting kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, or managing orders.

How to Apply for Executive Chef Jobs Near You in Des Plaines, IL

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  1. Browse the 118 Executive Chef jobs in your area listed on this page
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These are real local jobs available now. If you’re ready to start, apply today.

Top Paying Executive Chef Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Executive Chef

at The Glen Club
Skokie, IL, USA|
Range $105,000.00 - $130,000.00

Range $105,000.00 - $130,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Professional Development

Bonuses

Bonuses

Executive Chef

at Chef-Driven Property
Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $120.00 - $140,000.00

Range $120.00 - $140,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

base salary

base salary

Strong bonus program

Strong bonus program

Generous PTO policy

Generous PTO policy

medical benefits

medical benefits

parking

parking

Cell phone reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Relocation

Relocation

Airline Lounges Executive Chef

at Sodexo
Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $70,975.00 - $91,850.00

Range $70,975.00 - $91,850.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision care

Vision care

wellness programs

wellness programs

401(k) Plan

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Executive Chef, Toro

at FAIRMONT
Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $95,000.00 - $110,000.00

Range $95,000.00 - $110,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Complimentary upgrades

Complimentary upgrades

Extended stays

Extended stays

Discounted stays across Fairmont and Raffles properties

Discounted stays across Fairmont and Raffles properties

Special dining discounts

Special dining discounts

Wellness discounts

Wellness discounts

Exclusive colleague perks

Exclusive colleague perks

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Task Force Executive Chef

at Crestview Apartments
Chicago, IL, USA|Remote, Travel
Range $95,000.00 - $105,000.00

Range $95,000.00 - $105,000.00

Temporary

Temporary

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

401k

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

hotel discounts

hotel discounts

Executive Sous Chef - SL

at Sodexo
Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $61,710.00 - $79,860.00

Range $61,710.00 - $79,860.00

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision care

Vision care

wellness programs

wellness programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

company holidays

company holidays

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Executive Chef 2

at Sodexo
Oak Park, IL, USA|Travel
Range $70,975.00 - $91,850.00

Range $70,975.00 - $91,850.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision care

Vision care

wellness programs

wellness programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

company holidays

company holidays

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Manager, Executive Chef - Walnut Room

at Macy’s
Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $49,245.00 - $82,005.00

Range $49,245.00 - $82,005.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

401k

401k

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Holiday pay

Executive Sous Chef

at Il Porcellino
Chicago, IL, USA|
Range $60,000.00 - $90,000.00

Range $60,000.00 - $90,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

Quarterly bonus

Quarterly bonus

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401(k)

401(k)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Accident protection

Accident protection

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Domestic Partner Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Restaurant Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Executive Sous Chef

at Moody Bible Institute
Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $23.00 - $26.00

Range $23.00 - $26.00

Full-time

Full-time

Expert Level (7+ years)

Expert Level (7+ years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Catering Sous Chef- DePaul University

at Aramark
Skokie, IL, USA|
Exact $30.00

Exact $30.00

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

work/life resources

work/life resources

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Disability Coverage

Disability Coverage

Executive Catering Chef - DePaul University

at Aramark
Chicago, IL, USA|
Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00

Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability Coverage

Disability Coverage

Line Cook - High Five Ramen

at High Five Ramen
Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $20.00 - $22.00

Range $20.00 - $22.00

Full-time

Full-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401(k) program

401(k) program

Commuter Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Line Cook - Aster Hall

at Aster Hall
Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $19.00 - $21.00

Range $19.00 - $21.00

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401(k) program

401(k) program

Commuter Benefits

Commuter Benefits

dining discounts and rewards

dining discounts and rewards

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Kitchen Manager

at Blackberry Market
Lombard, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $45,000.00 - $55,000.00

Range $45,000.00 - $55,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

employee discount

employee discount

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Restaurant Manager

at Summer House Santa Monica
Chicago, IL, USA|Travel, Onsite
Range $55,000.00 - $70,000.00

Range $55,000.00 - $70,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

Quarterly bonus

Quarterly bonus

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401(k)

401(k)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Accident protection

Accident protection

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Domestic Partner Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Restaurant Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Food Safety Manager

at Aramark
Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00

Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

retirement savings plan

retirement savings plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability Coverage

Disability Coverage

Assistant Operations Manager (ORD)

at CLEAR
Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Exact $26.20

Exact $26.20

Full-time

Full-time

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Training and Development

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

mental health support

mental health support

Kitchen Team

at Panda Restaurant Group
Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $17.00 - $20.00

Range $17.00 - $20.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Great pay

Great pay

Free Meals

Free Meals

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

Cancer income protection insurance

health care flexible spending account

health care flexible spending account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

401K with company match

401K with company match

Vacation leave

Vacation leave

sick leave

sick leave

bereavement/funeral leave

bereavement/funeral leave

leave share program

leave share program

associate discounts

associate discounts

Referral Bonus

Referral Bonus

Paid training

Paid training

career and leadership development opportunities

career and leadership development opportunities

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

EVS Director

at Aramark
Arlington Heights, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00

Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

work/life resources

work/life resources

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Disability Coverage

Disability Coverage

Sushi Chef - AH

at Shakou Restaurants
Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

employee discount

employee discount

Meal allowance

Meal allowance

Training and Development

Training and Development

General Manager / Chef Manager

at Sodexo
Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $56,270.00 - $72,820.00

Range $56,270.00 - $72,820.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision care

Vision care

wellness programs

wellness programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

company holidays

company holidays

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Sous Chef - Guinness Chicago

at Aramark
Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability Coverage

Disability Coverage

General Manager / Chef Manager

at Sodexo
Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $56,270.00 - $72,820.00

Range $56,270.00 - $72,820.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision care

Vision care

wellness programs

wellness programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

company holidays

company holidays

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Chef Manager

at Aramark
Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

retirement plans

retirement plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

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