Chef jobs in Auburn Gresham, IL and nearby (64 jobs)

Chef jobs within 25 miles of Auburn Gresham, IL. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 9, 2026

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Open jobs: 64
Employers: 41

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On-site: 8%5 listings

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Employers hiring include Compass Group (8), ARAMARK (7), Compass Group, North America (4).

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Chef de Cuisine
RPM Seafood
Chicago, IL
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Chef de Cuisine with 2 years of Chef experience. We reward our teams with benefits, career-long training and growth opportunities.
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Executive Chef
Compass Group
Chicago, IL · Evanston, IL
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Executive Chef
Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group
Chicago, IL
- $90,000 to $100,000 USD / year
The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and success of Lorena’s culinary operations. This role oversees all b
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Executive Chef
Compass Group
Chicago, IL
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Executive Chef, Production
Home Chef (Internal Employees)
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We are seeking a culinary production expert to lead kitchen operations for Home Chef’s Ready to Heat brand, Tempo. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, an obsession…
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Executive Chef, Production
Home Chef
Bedford Park, IL
Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery…
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Executive Chef
Universal Weather and Aviation
Park Ridge, IL
The Executive Chef is responsible for managing the culinary and kitchen operations staff, and the overall compliance with HACCP, Food Safety and ACES specifications associated with Air…
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Executive Chef
Evans Global Aviation LLC
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The Executive Chef is responsible for managing the culinary and kitchen operations staff, and the overall compliance with HACCP, Food Safety and ACES specifications associated with Air…
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Executive Chef
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Lincolnwood, IL
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Chef with 2 years of Executive Chef experience. We reward our teams with benefits, career-long training and growth opportunities.
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Hyde Park Hospitality
Chicago, IL
- $80,000 to $90,000 USD / year
Executive Chef Overview:Hyde Park Hospitality in partnership with Aramark provides dining services to 160 schools within the Chicago Public Schools District. Our goal is to provide students…
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Chicago, IL
- $19.55 to $20.8 USD / hour
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Seasonal Chef Instructor (Sur La Table)
CSC Generation
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- $17.9 to $19.04 USD / hour
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Discovery Village Des Plaines
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IHG
Chicago, IL
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Chicago, IL
- $95,000 to $110,000 USD / year
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Chef de Cuisine
Beatrix
Chicago, IL
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Chef de Cuisine with 2 years of Chef experience. We reward our teams with benefits, career-long training and growth opportunities.
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Olympia Hospitality
Chicago, IL
- $90,000 to $95,000 USD / year
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Executive Chef
Aba
Chicago, IL
…Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN, the menu features Top Chef Alum, Chef Partner CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits…
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Chef de Cuisine - Sunda Fulton Market
Sunda Hospitality Company
Chicago, IL
Sunda is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to join our incredible culinary team. Planning the menu and designing the plating presentation for each dish. Coordinating kitchen staff and…
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Chef de Cuisine- Sunda River North
Sunda Hospitality Company
Chicago, IL
Sunda is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to join our incredible culinary team. Planning the menu and designing the plating presentation for each dish. Coordinating kitchen staff and…
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Chef de Cuisine
Aba
Chicago, IL
…Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN, the menu features Top Chef Alum, Chef Partner CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits…
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Aba

Executive Chef

Chicago, IL, United States

Salary Range USD $70,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.

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Pay: Salary Range USD $70,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.
Apply by: Oct 20, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 20, 2026

Original job description

About US

Located in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood, Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. With locations in Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN, the menu features Top Chef Alum, Chef Partner CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions.

Overview

Aba Chicago is now Hiring an EXECUTIVE CHEF!

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Chef with 2 years of Executive Chef experience. We reward our teams with benefits, career-long training and growth opportunities.

A Few of Our Benefits:

Competitive Salary
Quarterly Bonus
Paid Time Off - including Paid Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation
401(k)
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee Assistance Program - focusing on a commitment to mental health & wellness

Why Work With Lettuce?

Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at over 90 locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. We proudly serve guests at more than 55 concepts ranging from fast casual to fine dining restaurants. If you’re ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today!

EOE. We participate in E-Verify

Responsibilities

Oversee, monitor and ensure effective and efficient BOH operations including monitoring and ensuring consistent purchasing standards and inventory, and tracking and controlling food costs
Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of Caring
Research, develop and execute seasonal menus and new menu items as directed in partnership with divisional leaders
Ensure effective BOH training in collaboration with divisional trainers and chefs
Conduct quarterly in-restaurant audit of BOH standard operating procedures and systems
Partner with designated chefs to purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurant
Partner with GM and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe books
Create new and maintain existing recipe costing in partnership with GM and designated chefs
Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
Model and promote teamwork across all teams
Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

5+ years of Executive Chef experience in a full-service restaurant
Ability to lead and develop teams
Skilled in managing BOH systems

Salary Range USD $70,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.

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