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Executive Chef
Oaken Bar and Bistro, The Forester Hotel a Hyatt Place Hotel —Lake Forest, IL
- $75,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
The Forester by Hyatt —Lake Forest, IL
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chef Manager
Saint Francis Hospital —Evanston, IL
- $63,294.40 - $91,686.40 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Cooking
- Supervising experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
7d
Executive Chef
Zenzi Den —Glenview, IL
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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2d
Head Chef and Kitchen Manager
Sal and Tonys —Buffalo Grove, IL
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Senior level
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6d
General Manager / Chef Manager
Sodexo —Northfield, IL
- $56,270 - $72,820 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Cooking
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
13d
Executive Sous Chef - Northwestern University Athletics
Levy Sector —Evanston, IL
- $75,000 - $82,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Chef
Shallots Bistro —Skokie, IL
- From $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- 5 years
- English
- Paid time off
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Executive Chef

Oaken Bar and Bistro, The Forester Hotel a Hyatt Place Hotel
Lake Forest, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $110,000 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Teamwork
Operations management
Cooking
Organizational skills
Associate's degree
Food Handler Certification

Full Job Description

OUR STORY

The Forester Hotel is the natural selection for modern comfort and evolutionary service. Founded on the motto of “Love of Science and Nature,” the city of Lake Forest blends preservation and progress—from open lands backing onto office parks to the cobblestone streets of historic Market Square. As an upscale Hyatt property, we are committed to delivering refined hospitality through thoughtful service, strong operational integrity, and an engaged team culture. Our success is driven by collaboration, creativity, elevated culinary experiences, and a passion for excellence behind the scenes and on the guest-facing floor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

What You'll Do

Lead all culinary operations including restaurant, lounge, banquet, catering, and café operations.
Develop innovative seasonal menus, banquet offerings, and culinary promotions that elevate the guest experience.
Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and sanitation standards across all outlets.
Manage food and labor costs, purchasing, inventory controls, and vendor relationships to maximize profitability.
Recruit, train, mentor, and develop culinary and stewarding team members while fostering a collaborative culture.
Conduct performance evaluations, coaching conversations, and ongoing leadership development.
Partner with hotel leadership to execute operational strategies and achieve financial goals.
Resolve guest concerns professionally and proactively enhance guest satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with Hyatt brand standards, food safety requirements, and local health regulations.
Participate as a member of the hotel executive committee and support overall hotel operations.

What You'll Bring

Strong culinary leadership experience within hotel, resort, or upscale restaurant environments.
Proven ability to manage kitchen operations, labor costs, inventory, menu development, and financial performance.
Advanced understanding of food preparation techniques, sanitation standards, and culinary trends.
Exceptional leadership, communication, organization, and team development skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Experience developing seasonal menus and creating elevated guest dining experiences.
Minimum of three (3) years of progressive culinary leadership experience preferred.
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
Food Handler Certification required; BASSET Certification preferred.

OTHER INFORMATION

What You Can Look Forward To

Competitive compensation package
Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Growth opportunities within a company focused on strategic expansion and development
Hotel discounts at locations worldwide
Tuition Reimbursement

Janko Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. The posted wage range represents the good-faith base pay range for this role at the time of posting. Total compensation may include base salary, benefits, and other company-provided offerings.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person

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