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Executive Sous Chef Jobs in Addison, IL (NOW HIRING)

Il Porcellino

Executive Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF! Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Sous Chef with 2 years of Executive Sous Chef experience to support a dual kitchen operation. We reward our teams ...

Il Porcellino

Executive Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF! Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Sous Chef with 2 years of Executive Sous Chef experience to support a dual kitchen operation. We reward our teams ...

Beatrix Market

Executive Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Overview BEatrix Market is now hiring an EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF! Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Sous Chef with 2 years of Executive Sous Chef experience. We reward our ...

Beatrix Market

Executive Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Overview BEatrix Market is now hiring an EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF! Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Sous Chef with 2 years of Executive Sous Chef experience. We reward our ...

UNION LEAGUE CLUB OF CHICAGO

Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K/yr

Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef Job Summary: Serve as "third-in-command" of the kitchen: assist the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in supervising food production for all food outlets ...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$67K - $84K/yr

The goal of the Sous Chef is to manage a specific department and work with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef to create, implement and maintain quality standards. In some instances, the ...

Morton's The Steakhouse

Executive Sous Chef

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$65K - $72K/yr

Overview Morton's the Steakhouse Rosemont, IL Executive Sous Chef Join the leadership team at Morton's The Steakhouse in Rosemont, a premier dining destination just steps from the Donald E. Stephens ...

Morton's The Steakhouse

Executive Sous Chef

Rosemont, IL

$65K - $72K/yr

Overview Morton's the Steakhouse Rosemont, IL Executive Sous Chef Join the leadership team at Morton's The Steakhouse in Rosemont, a premier dining destination just steps from the Donald E. Stephens ...

The Alinea Group

Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51K - $69K/yr

Assisting Chef de Cuisine & Executive Sous Chef with staff training and further education of Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs * Providing support to the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Sous Chef in ...

The Alinea Group

Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51K - $69K/yr

Assisting Chef de Cuisine & Executive Sous Chef with staff training and further education of Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs * Providing support to the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Sous Chef in ...

The Grove Country Club

Sous Chef

Long Grove, IL · On-site

$51K - $69K/yr

Executive Chef Education and/or Experience * A degree from postsecondary culinary arts program. * Three years + in a Sous chef or Banquet Chef position * Country Club experience is a major plus Job ...

Apolonia

Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Assisting Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef with staff training and further education * Assisting Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef with staff scheduling * Lead by example and maintain a ...

Hyatt Regency Chicago

Sous Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$67K - $84K/yr

The goal of the Sous Chef is to manage a specific department and work with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef to create, implement and maintain quality standards. In some instances, the ...

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How much do executive sous chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive sous chef in Addison, IL is $76,011.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,100.00 and $83,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an executive sous chef?

As an executive sous chef, you are second-in-command in a restaurant’s kitchen, answering to the executive chef. Your responsibilities are supervising kitchen staff and coordinating the food production process. Your job duties include enforcing health and safety standards, training sous chefs and other staff, assisting with food preparation, checking the quality of the work of the line cooks, and communicating with front-of-house managers to ensure a high level of service. Most executive sous chefs have a degree from a culinary school. However, your most important qualification is proven cooking and managing experience. You need strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure to succeed in the competitive restaurant industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an executive sous chef?

To thrive as an Executive Sous Chef, you need advanced culinary skills, experience in kitchen management, and formal culinary training or certification. Mastery of commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and food safety regulations is typically required. Leadership, creativity, and strong organizational skills are essential soft skills for managing teams and delivering high-quality dishes. These abilities ensure efficient kitchen operations, consistent food quality, and a positive dining experience for guests.

How does an executive sous chef typically balance administrative duties with hands-on kitchen responsibilities?

As an Executive Sous Chef, balancing administrative tasks with active kitchen leadership is a key challenge. You'll oversee inventory management, scheduling, and compliance with food safety standards while also being present on the kitchen floor to supervise staff, assist with prep, and ensure quality control. Effective time management and delegation are essential, as you'll need to support the Executive Chef, mentor junior team members, and respond to real-time kitchen demands, especially during peak service hours.

What is the difference between Executive Sous Chef vs Sous Chef?

AspectExecutive Sous ChefSous Chef
Credentials Culinary degree, experience in kitchen management Culinary training, experience in food preparation
Work Environment High-end restaurants, hotels, large kitchens Daily kitchen operations, food prep
Role Focus Assists Executive Chef, manages kitchen staff Prepares dishes, supervises cooks

The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and oversees kitchen operations, while the Sous Chef focuses on food preparation and supervising cooks. Both roles require culinary skills, but the Executive Sous Chef has more managerial responsibilities and often works in larger, upscale establishments.

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Infographic showing various Executive Sous Chef job openings in Addison, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 83% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,011 per year, or $36.5 per hour.

Executive Sous Chef

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants

Chicago, IL • On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises rating

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description


Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place, featuring healthy meets delicious menu options plus in-house pastries and signature cookies.


BEatrix Market is now hiring an EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF!

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Executive Sous Chef with 2 years of Executive Sous 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 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. If you’re ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today!
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  • Oversee all mid- and closing kitchen duties and contribute to inventory, ordering and controlling food and labor costs
  • Run BOH shifts and ensure effective and efficient BOH shifts and operations including food prep and cooking, ensure adequate inventory levels of food and supplies, and supervise the kitchen, dish and all other BOH teams
  • Lead BOH pre-shift meetings and participating in line, temp and cooler checks and food tastings for the shift
  • Partner with GM and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe books
  • Perform regular line checks throughout the day to ensure quality of all menu items
  • Purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurant including daily product order
  • Ensure effective communication of food production and timing issues, needs, and special requests between front of house (FOH) and BOH
  • 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

  • 4+ years of Executive Sous Chef experience in a full-service restaurant
  • Ability to lead and manage the kitchen staff

USD $65,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.

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