Nirvana Wine and Grillerie Hiring for Head Chef Full Time

Job Description

Nirvana Wine & Grillerie is expanding and we are looking for a competitive head chef to take over our Kitchen. We are looking for a leader. Someone who is a self starter and can build and maintain relationships as well as they can build and maintain menus. The current chef and owner have been working together for over 6 years and are hiring to take over our responsibilities so that we can expand. This candidate will have the opportunity to advance. Our menu is chef-driven and inspired by cuisine from all around the world. We specialize in fresh food that is fully prepared in-house from scratch. Nirvana is one of the few restaurants in Vernon Hills that is privately owned. We are seeking a head chef to lead our staff. This person has the opportunity to learn from and add to a very experienced team.

Requirements

• Proven track record building teams and coaching
• Ability to be cross-trained on all stations and train team on all stations
• Willingness to work in an environment with multiple focus areas that include: restaurants, events, and catering
• Full-time position
• AM & PM availability
• Work well in competitive, fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare orders in a timely fashion ensuring food is cooked and plated to the restaurant standard
• Continuously monitor the line for necessary preparation
• Mangae ordering and scheduling while maintaining cost parameters
• Work in a clean, organized fashion following health codes and restaurant guidelines
• Follow all restaurant dress code and hygiene standards
• Show up ready to work on-time

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a head chef or executive chef minimum.
• Motivated
• Positive attitude
• Team player

Perks

• Closed on Sunday
• Closed on almost all major holidays
• Opportunity for growth

Benefits

• Group health insurance policy
• 401K
• 3% Retirement contribution matching

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Experience level:

• 6 years

Pay rate:

• Yearly pay

Shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Fine dining restaurant

Work Location: One location