Top 95 Kitchen manager Jobs in Vernon Hills, Il

Director of Facilities & Maintenance - Berkeley Culinary Center
Whitsons Culinary Group —Berkeley, IL
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Extended hours
- ServSafe
- Research
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Chef Manager
Taher, Inc —Libertyville, IL
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Opportunities for advancement
- Food provided
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5d
Director of Culinary Services
CIEL VERNON HILLS LLC —Vernon Hills, IL
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
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1d
Kitchen Manager
Texas Roadhouse —Gurnee, IL
- $43,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
Lead, Culinary – Innovation & Activations
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- $141,500 - $176,900 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Up to 50% travel
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Food Services Manager
Morrison Healthcare —Lake Forest, IL
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospital
- Computer literacy
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Manager Food Service
Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago —Great Lakes, IL
- $61,375 - $92,275 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Driver's License
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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3d
Kitchen Manager
O'Toole's of Libertyville —Libertyville, IL
- $65,000 - $69,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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6d
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Texas Roadhouse —Gurnee, IL
- $43,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
Food Service Kitchen Lead - Lake Zurich School Nutrition
Whitsons Culinary Group —Lake Zurich, IL
- $17 an hour
- No weekends
- ServSafe
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Chef Manager
Sodexo —Palatine, IL
- $53,720 - $69,520 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Kitchen Manager
QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC —Roselle, IL
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Lead Cook
Levy Sector —Highland Park, IL
- $25 - $26 an hour
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Lead Cook $22-$24/hr K-12 School Lunch
Taher, Inc —Salem, WI
- $22 - $24 an hour
- No weekends
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Criminal background check
- Opportunities for advancement
- Food provided
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Culinary Manager
Bonefish Grill —Algonquin, IL
- $53,000 - $73,000 a year
- Bilingual
- Casual dining restaurant
- Customer service
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Culinary Supervisor - Ravinia Music Festival
Levy Sector —Highland Park, IL
- $25 - $27 an hour
- Seasonal
- Background check
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Flexible spending account
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Chef Manager - Chicago Public Schools
Aramark —Chicago, IL
- $60,940 - $65,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Public school
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Manager, R&D - Culinary Innovation Lab
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- $104,200 - $130,200 a year
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Early Childhood Teacher / Assistant Director/ Kitchen
Mother's Touch Learning Center —Arlington Heights, IL
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- Preschool
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Commissary Kitchen Manager
Bien Trucha Group —Lombard, IL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director of Facilities & Maintenance - Berkeley Culinary Center

Whitsons Culinary Group -
Berkeley, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$110,000 - $120,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Construction regulatory compliance
Food service health code compliance
HACCP Certification
ServSafe
Facilities maintenance regulatory compliance
Environmental compliance
Project management experience in manufacturing
Electrical systems facility management
Managing facilities maintenance teams
Managing projects
Regulatory compliance analysis
Associate's degree

Full Job Description

SUMMARY

The Director of Facilities & Maintenance is responsible for the strategic planning, organization, and direction of all maintenance, repair, and facility operations across multiple Culinary Center locations in three states. This role provides centralized leadership for building systems, equipment maintenance, capital improvements, and new construction projects, ensuring safe, compliant, and uninterrupted operations.

The Director partners closely with Operations, Culinary, Safety, Quality, Finance, and Corporate leadership to standardize maintenance programs, drive preventive maintenance excellence, and ensure zero downtime across all sites.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES

Strategic Facilities Leadership & Oversight

Provide multi-site leadership for maintenance, facilities, grounds, and custodial operations
Develop and execute standardized maintenance strategies, policies, and procedures
Establish annual objectives, performance metrics, and capital priorities
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and preventive maintenance excellence

Maintenance Operations & Asset Management

Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for building systems and equipment
Coordinate maintenance schedules to support uninterrupted production
Inspect construction, repairs, equipment installations, and work orders
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements

Capital Projects & Construction Management

Direct and manage capital improvement and construction projects
Ensure projects are completed within scope, timeline, and budget
Review inspection reports and contractor payment requests
Partner with contractors and engineers to ensure compliance

Financial Management & Resource Planning

Prepare and manage annual maintenance and facilities budgets
Monitor expenditures and fund balances
Evaluate staffing models and service contracts
Research and recommend vendors and service agreements

Workforce Leadership & Development

Lead, coach, and develop site-based maintenance leaders
Conduct interviews, evaluations, and performance coaching
Recommend hiring, promotions, and terminations
Support cross-training and skill development

Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

Develop emergency response and business continuity plans
Ensure OSHA, food safety, and environmental compliance
Participate in audits and regulatory inspections
Serve as a facilities compliance subject matter expert

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting

Partner with Operations, Culinary, Quality, Safety, HR, and Finance
Present performance metrics and capital plans to leadership
Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars

Continuous Improvement & Special Projects

Identify opportunities to reduce downtime and improve reliability
Lead energy management and sustainability initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned

GOAL

Proactively maintain all facilities, equipment, and building systems
Ensure ZERO downtime and consistent operational reliability

OBJECTIVE

Develop and implement a standardized maintenance program
Maintain critical spare parts inventories
Develop emergency response and continuity plans
Cross-train maintenance personnel
Identify services for outsourcing versus in-house execution

This role offers a salary range of $110,000-$120,000 annually, based on skills, experience, and location. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, and paid holidays.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Education

Associate degree required
Bachelor's degree preferred

Certifications

HACCP certification
ServSafe certification
Food Safety certification

Experience

Minimum of 10 years of facilities or maintenance management experience
Multi-site or regional oversight experience
Strong knowledge of building systems and regulatory compliance

Technical & Professional Competencies

Facilities & Asset Management
Capital Project Management
Budgeting & Financial Oversight
Regulatory Compliance
Leadership & Team Development

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER DETAILS

Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time exempt position. Typical work hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with additional hours as needed to meet business demands and production schedules. As an exempt position, it is expected that Team Member will devote whatever time necessary to accomplish the goals and responsibilities. This will often require extended work hours, evening, and/or weekend work.

Travel Requirements:

Periodic travel to production facilities, vendor sites, and industry events may be required. Most travel will be regional, with occasional overnight stays.

Physical Demands of the Job:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work is performed primarily in a food production and manufacturing facility. The environment may include exposure to varying temperatures (including refrigerated or freezer areas), production equipment, moving machinery, and moderate to high noise levels. Employees are required to comply with all safety, sanitation, and food safety standards, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work and responsibilities that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duty does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar in nature or a logical assignment to the role. The Company reserves the right to add, modify, or reassign duties as business needs and operational requirements evolve.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Company and the employee and is subject to change at the Company's discretion. The employee's signature below acknowledges understanding of the position's requirements, essential functions, and responsibilities.

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kitchen manager jobs in vernon hills, il

Director of Facilities & Maintenance - Berkeley Culinary Center

Chef Manager

Director of Culinary Services

Kitchen Manager

Lead, Culinary – Innovation & Activations

Food Services Manager

Manager Food Service

Kitchen Manager

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Food Service Kitchen Lead - Lake Zurich School Nutrition

Chef Manager

Kitchen Manager

Lead Cook

Lead Cook $22-$24/hr K-12 School Lunch

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Culinary Supervisor - Ravinia Music Festival

Chef Manager - Chicago Public Schools

Manager, R&D - Culinary Innovation Lab

Early Childhood Teacher / Assistant Director/ Kitchen

Commissary Kitchen Manager

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