Sous Chef jobs in Waukegan, IL

Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in the daily kitchen operations including menu development, purchasing, inventory, cost control, and sanitation. Oversees the activities of the kitchen staff and monitors food production and presentation. Being a Sous Chef resolves operational issues. Performs quality checks on ingredients and prepared dishes. Additionally, Sous Chef complies with all safety and food sanitation laws and regulations. Supervises, trains, and mentors staff. May require an associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent. Typically reports to an executive chef. The Sous Chef supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Sous Chef typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • Troon
  • Crystal, IL FULL_TIME
  • General Purpose:

     Assist and leads in the execution of the property’s culinary strategy. Assist the executive chef  with the overall success of the Food and Beverage Kitchen department including, staffing, menu planning, ordering, vendor management, food production, staff training and development, inventory, catering and budgeting, and member/guest satisfaction.    

    Essential Duties:
    • Manages all major Food and Beverage Kitchen operating expenses, set margins and manages against projections. Adopts and incorporates best practices to include the use of recommended inventory management software and other analytics tools.
    • Creates events and theme menus, ideas for ice sculptures, decorations, banquets and special events.
    • Leads all night time line cooks, preparation, events, clubhouse dining, etc.
    • Directs ordering amounts, inventory levels, timing of orders, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
    • Inspects, selects and uses only the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, fowl and other food products in order to maintain the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items.
    • Maintains quality of food products and ensures consistency in food delivery and standards.
    • Measures effectiveness of the Food and Beverage Kitchen department through the Food and Beverage profit and service performance of the facility.
    • Creates recipes and support materials, such as recipe cards, descriptions, menu guides and/or pictures.
    • Develops strong working relationships with all preferred suppliers and actively participates in recommended programming.
    • Ensures that a quality sanitation program is followed throughout the Kitchen operation.
    • Ensures proper monitoring of storage (including temperature setting) and rotation of food products to comply with Health Department regulations.
    • Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addresses  complaints and resolves      
    • Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Chefs, Cooks, Stewards.
    • Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
    • Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.
    • Responsible for implementing and maintaining excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.
    • Actively participates in ongoing communications with Corporate F&B team and other networking events.
    • Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
    • Regular and reliable attendance.
    • This is a working position, with minimal “desk job” responsibilities. Hands on approach on a daily basis required.
    • Performs other duties as required.
    Minimum Requirements:            

    Two-three years and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior Sous Chef experience required. Banquet/wedding & event experience required.

    Physical Demands:

    Frequently stands, walks, talks, hears, tastes, smells, uses hands, reaches with hands and arms. Occasionally stoops, kneels, crouches or crawls. Frequently lifts up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 100 pounds (team lift). Occasionally works in wet or humid conditions (non-weather). Regularly works in extreme cold and heat (non-weather). Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, and in outdoor weather conditions. Noise level is moderate.

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  • Lindy's Landing Restaurant & Marina
  • Wauconda, IL FULL_TIME
  • Lindy’s boasts a clean, fast-paced, high-energy, fun and collaborative kitchen environment with an emphasis on teamwork! Our Sous Chef position is highly demanding during our high volume season and im...
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  • Wolfoods
  • Geneva, WI FULL_TIME
  • Wolfoods operates summer camp kitchens across the country between May - September. We are looking for and experienced, motivated, and capable SPECIAL DIETS (ALLERGEN) CHEFS / SOUS CHEFS This is a HAND...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Sous Chef
  • Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark
  • Geneva, WI FULL_TIME
  • Description If you desire to put your experience to work in a full-service AAA Four Diamond resort setting while making an impact to the benefit of your team, ownership, and community, the perfect car...
  • 1 Month Ago

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  • The Stella Hotel & Ballroom
  • Kenosha, WI FULL_TIME
  • SOUS CHEF The Stella Hotel & Ballroom in Kenosha is looking for a full time Sous Chef. Preparing great food for our guests is crucial to providing first class customer service. We offer flexible work ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Grand Cafe Sous Chef
  • Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
  • Geneva, WI FULL_TIME
  • Description If you desire to put your experience to work in a full-service AAA Four Diamond resort setting while making an impact to the benefit of your team, ownership, and community, the perfect car...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Sous Chef
  • Brookdale Oak Park
  • Oak Park, IL
  • Overview: Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Do you love the creativity of ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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  • VINAYAKA HOSPITALITY OAKBROOK
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • TITLE: Sous Chef DEPARTMENT: Kitchen REPORTS TO: Executive Chef JOB SUMMARY Train, supervise and work with all cook and ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sous Chef
  • Darden Restaurants Inc.
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Sous Chef 5340 N River Road, Rosemont IL 60018-5400 The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in le...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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  • The Capital Grille
  • Skokie, IL
  • The Capital Grille - 4999 Old Orchard Center [Kitchen Manager] As a Sous Chef at The Capital Grille, you'll: Support the...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sous Chef
  • Conscious Plates
  • Chicago, IL
  • **Sous Chef** Apply Now 820 E 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60637, USA Job Type Full Time **About the Role** As assistant to the ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sous Chef
  • Hawksmoor
  • Chicago, IL
  • Sous Chef - Hawksmoor Chicago Chicago is the historical powerhouse of American beef, and when Hawksmoor found out about ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sous Chef
  • Hongkong & Shanghai Hotels Group
  • Chicago, IL
  • ** Sous Chef** Business Unit: The Peninsula Chicago Location: Chicago The Peninsula Chicago is seeking a creative sous c...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sous Chef
  • Gorman & Company
  • Kenosha, WI
  • Position: Sous Chef Location: Kenosha, WI Job Id: 1201 # of Openings: 1 SOUS CHEF The Stella Hotel & Ballroom in Kenosha...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Waukegan /wɔːˈkiːɡən/ is the largest city in and the county seat of Lake County, Illinois, United States, a part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The city is located 35 miles north of the Loop and 10 miles south of the Wisconsin state border, approximately halfway between Chicago and Milwaukee. As of the 2013 United States Census estimate, the city has a population of 88,826, which makes it the ninth most populous city in Illinois. Waukegan is a predominately working-class community with a size-able middle-class population. Waukegan is located at 42°22′13″N 87°52′16″W / 42.37028°N 87.87111...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Sous Chef jobs
$44,536 to $60,807
Waukegan, Illinois area prices
were up 1.8% from a year ago

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