Top 188 Chef manager Jobs in Evanston, Il

Chef Manager
Food for Thought —Lincolnwood, IL
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Addiction Medicine
- Organizational skills
- Computer skills
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Executive Chef
The Glen Club —Glenview, IL
- $105,000 - $130,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Senior level
- Communication skills
Executive Sous Chef
Beatrix Market —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Executive Chef and Sous Chef
Copppolillo's Italian Steakhouse —Libertyville, IL
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Safe@Home Case Manager - Cook County
OMNI Youth Services —Buffalo Grove, IL
- $60,000 a year
- Evenings as needed
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
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Kitchen Manager
Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group —Barrington, IL
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Recruiting
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Executive Sous Chef
Le Colonial Lake Forest —Lake Forest, IL
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Culinary Lead
sweetgreen —Skokie, IL
- $17.66 an hour
- Call employer
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Confidential —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Sous Chef
Gibsons Steakhouse —Chicago, IL
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Hospitality
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant General Manager - Kitchen & Operations Focus - Downtown
FARE —Chicago, IL
- $48,000 - $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Fast casual restaurant
- Restaurant management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Cook - North American Corporation
Aramark —Glenview, IL
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Head Chef
Upper Crust Food Service —Evanston, IL
- $19 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Chef Executive
InterContinental —Chicago, IL
- $99,760 - $172,585 a year
- Hotel
- Travel
- Recruiting
Executive Chef
Four Seasons —Chicago, IL
- $140,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- 5 years
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Executive Chef
Deer Path Inn —Lake Forest, IL
- From $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Basic math
Chef Manager - Chicago Public Schools
Aramark —Chicago, IL
- $60,940 - $65,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Public school
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Executive Chef
Gibsons Tavern —Chicago, IL
- Hospitality
- Senior level
- Restaurant
Assistant Kitchen Manager (Sous Chef)
THE VIG CHICAGO LLC —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Kitchen
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Executive Chef
Three Crowns Park —Evanston, IL
- $67,295.00 - $93,610.25 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Chef Manager

Food for Thought -
Lincolnwood, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $75,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Partner benefits
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance
Referral program
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Team leadership
Food Safety Manager Certification
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Computer skills
Food service management

Full Job Description

Job Title: Chef Manager
Salary: $70k – 75k a year
Hours: Monday to Friday. Weekend and evening availability is needed at some locations.
Location: Multiple locations in the Chicagoland area Including Northwest, downtown and Jefferson park area

Job Summary

Are you ready to bring your culinary passion and leadership skills to the next level? Food For Thought is hiring a Chef Manager to oversee both the Front and Back of House teams across our Chicagoland café locations. In this role, you’ll set the vision for your kitchen, stay ahead of industry trends, and ensure flawless execution of menus, promotions, and client expectations.

You’re a cautious risk-taker who thrives in a fast-paced environment—balancing creativity with operational excellence. You hold yourself and others to high standards, manage costs with precision, and know how to keep both customers and employees satisfied. With at least 5 years in food service management and the ability to adapt quickly, you’re self-sufficient, direct, and motivated to lead teams to success.

Responsibilities

Measuring customer satisfaction levels through feedback and resolving any issues immediately.
Working with the District Manager to maintain 100% compliance with the new menu and promo rollouts from the chef’s committee.
Acting as the liaison with the client to ensure expectations are met.
Managing and maintaining all SOP and HACCP standards.
Demonstrating financial expertise and accountability in managing Food, Labor and Direct costs against budgets and forecasts.
Other duties as required or assigned.

Required Qualifications

5+ years in Food Service Management.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Proficient computer skills and exceptional organizational skills.
Must provide valid Food Service Manager Certificate and Food Allergen Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts.
A passion for culinary arts, with a desire for creativity.
Ability to budget and manage inventory.
Creativity and adaptability to challenges.

Why We’re the Leaders

Excellent training
Employee Referral bonuses
Flexible scheduling
Career advancement opportunities
Competitive Pay
Anniversary Milestone Incentives

Company Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Includes Spouse and Domestic Partner Coverage (Blue Cross Blue Shield Provider)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Life Insurance ($50K by the company, optional additional coverage)
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) & Critical Illness Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  - Mental Health, Relationship Conflicts, Child and Eldercare, Substance Abuse, Grief and Loss
    - Assistance for you and household members
    - In Person Sessions
    - Unlimited phone access
- Parental Leave – Equal benefits to Mothers and Fathers
- 401K Retirement Plan
- FFT University - Over 70 courses designed to enhance your skills in life and on the job to help your career growth.
- Employee Meal Plan
- Employee Discounts (Pet Insurance, Entertainment, Travel, Company Discounts, and much more).

Company Values & Culture

Collaboration & Open Communication
Diverse, Inclusive, Safe, and Motivating
Our Triple Bottom Line – People, Product and Planet
A Net Positive Organization

Grow with us! - at Food For Thought, instruction, advice, and assistance are always readily available, which is why our average tenure is 5 years. The U.S. average is 4.3 years, while the Hospitality industry average is only 2 years!

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