Sous Chef

Sous Chef — Le Petit Marcel

Location: Chicago, IL (2914 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657) Compensation: $60,000–$70,000/year Employment Type: Full TimeJob Details

Le Petit Marcel, a French bistro in the heart of Lakeview East, is looking for a dedicated and experienced Full Time Sous Chef to join our kitchen team!

Our ideal candidate is passionate about upholding Le Petit Marcel's values of harmony, accountability, and resilience. Successful leaders here are enthusiastic about providing genuine hospitality, consistency, and quality to guests, and actively contribute to a collaborative and positive workplace culture.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant.
• 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or other kitchen leadership position.
• Ability to identify problems and be solution-oriented regarding culinary and general restaurant operations.
• Must have open availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays; schedule subject to modification and/or approval by the Executive Chef.
• Must be able to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Familiarity with or enthusiasm for classic French bistro cuisine is a plus.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Ensure all policies and procedures are followed, including recruiting, hiring and training, employee reviews, progressive discipline, and any other employee documentation.
• Communicate professionally and confidently with guests, employees, vendors, and leadership.
• Adhere to company standards for labor management and maintaining appropriate staffing levels for the restaurant; approve payroll on a daily basis.
• Review and maintain store financials daily, including tracking food costs, and work with the Executive Chef to manage comps, expenses, labor, and overall revenue.
• Uphold defined standards for food quality and hold vendors accountable for all product received, flagging ownership of any and all vendor issues.
• Complete general administrative tasks including opening and closing duties, maintaining restaurant facilities, kitchen supplies, and BOH uniform inventory, and keeping the Recipe Index up to date.
• Provide consistent coaching and support for all hourly employees, and possess the ability to fill into any BOH hourly position.

Le Petit Marcel isn't your typical restaurant. Guests know us for warm hospitality and a true taste of a Parisian bistro, but what we're most proud of is the generosity we extend to our team. Our service team brings energy, warmth, and a sense of fun to every table. Our culinary team makes classic French dishes so expertly that you'll remember why they became classics. Whether it's a quiet weeknight dinner or a full house, we want every guest — and every team member — to feel genuinely at home.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary $65,000–$75,000/year

Required Skills

• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Team Management
• Effective Communication
• Adaptability
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Financial Acumen