About Our Company

Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, Inc. (LEYE) is a progressive, culinary-driven restaurant company with a firm commitment to its people. We have a successful history of teaching and developing excellent restaurant operators, while cultivating some of the most visionary leaders in our industry. When Richard Melman opened his first restaurant in 1971, no one knew that Chicago magazine would one day name us one of the "Best Places to Work in Chicago" as well as #1 in employee satisfaction (Oct. '04). As our growth continues, we're excited to add talented, forward-thinking people to our teams who have an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for restaurants. If you're ready to love your job again, come grow with us at Lettuce Entertain You!

Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Description

CHEF

 



Is your ability to lead and inspire your team as important to you as your passion for food?  If so, you may be our next CHEF at foodlife.  As we look toward the new year, we're seeking someone with the culinary experience to work with different cuisines in multiple kitchens…someone who has the drive to pursue excellence and the confidence to lead our team. 
Bring your talent and use all of your skills at
foodlife!


Requirements


·         5+ years of chef experience in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant


·         Proven leadership skills, based on mutual respect and relationship


·         Experience with a variety of ethnic cuisines, including American comfort food, Mexican, Italian and Asian cuisines


·         Desire to experiment with authentic flavors and seasonal ingredients



 



More about foodlife


A collection of kitchens…a community of eating areas…the “greatest food court in the world” -- those are just some of the ways people have described foodlife.  Located in the upscale shopping destination Water Tower Place, foodlife is more than a restaurant with over a dozen distinctive, authentic menus.  It’s also a wine store, a bakery, an espresso shop, a health bar -- and don’t forget take-out options.  Clientele ranges from tourists to locals, shoppers to theatre-goers…all mingling in foodlife’s bustling atmosphere with foodlife’s friendly staff. 


 


Benefits


·         Competitive salaries


·         Quarterly bonus program


·         Medical/dental insurance and prescription benefit


·         Vision discount program


·         401(k)


·         Dining discounts


·         Relocation assistance


·         Qualified domestic partner benefits


·         Vacation (1 week paid vacation after only 6 months)


 


 


Lettuce Entertain You is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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Position Information

Company:
Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises (LEYE)
Location:
Chicago, IL 60611
Status:
Full Time, Employee
Job Category:
Food Services/Hospitality
Relevant Work Experience:
2+ to 5 Years
Career Level:
Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)

Contact Information

Contact Name:
Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises (LEYE)
Reference Code:
50.Chef
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