Executive Chef

Executive Chef

Location: Lake Forest, IL

Salary: $140,000-$160,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Package: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, PTO, health benefits, retirement plan, and career development opportunities.

Executive Chef

I am hiring on behalf of a prestigious luxury boutique hotel seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and commercially focused culinary leader to oversee multiple dining outlets and banquet operations while delivering exceptional food quality and memorable guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations, including restaurants, banquets, and in-room dining.
• Develop seasonal menus while maintaining exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Manage food and labor costs, inventory, purchasing, and departmental budgets.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop the culinary team while maintaining high performance standards.
• Partner with Food & Beverage leadership to deliver outstanding guest experiences and drive operational success.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous Executive Chef experience within a luxury hotel, resort, or upscale hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing culinary teams.
• Proven knowledge of menu development, cost control, budgeting, and kitchen operations.
• Passion for delivering exceptional cuisine and creating memorable guest experiences.

If you're an experienced Executive Chef looking to join a high-end hospitality operation where you can make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity.