Chef de Cuisine

Established by Billy Lawless in 2007, Gage Hospitality Group was founded with the mission of providing a rustic, yet refined dining experience served with genuine hospitality. Each restaurant offers an individual personality with a chef-driven menu, curated beverage program and superior guest service. Since inception, the venues, chefs and food and beverage menus have continually received critical acclaim and recognition for their commitment to creativity, quality and service.

Gage Hospitality Group is currently seeking a passionate and talented Chef de Cuisine to join The Gage located on Michigan Avenue, steps from Millennium Park. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the restaurant's high food productivity and quality standards are maintained.

What Makes Us Great:

• Competitive Pay
• Health Benefits after 30 days ($350 towards your monthly Medical premium, Dental & Vision 100% paid)
• 401(k) Program after 90 days (Company Match)
• Paid Leave
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Dining Discounts at all GHG Restaurants
• CTA Discount Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities

  Sous Chef Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Executive Chef and Director of Kitchen Operations
• Oversee preparation, production and presentation of all menu items, ensuring the restaurant's highest qualities are maintained
• Design innovative menus and seasonal specials that reflect the restaurant's concept
• Expedite the line and verbally call orders to line cooks in a clear and concise manner
• Create, present and describe daily specials during FOH pre-shift
• Manage inventory, labor costs, supplier relationships and budgets
• Responsible for placing orders based on PARs and conduct monthly inventory
• Assist Director of Kitchen Operations in hiring and training staff, ensuring the restaurant's highest qualities are maintained
• Coordinate staff schedules and training to meet the needs of the restaurant
• Audit daily employee punch times, ensure BOH staff adheres to time keeping procedures
• Must posses excellent knife skills and the ability to work all stations
• Oversee compliance with safety and sanitation guidelines, food labeling and temperature controls
• Analyze expected business volume in relation to special events and holidays
• Assist FOH Management in the supervision of the FOH staff

  What Makes You Great:

• You are a proven leader with a documented track record in BOH Management
• You are hardworking and committed to excellence in every facet of restaurant management
• You enjoy building, motivating and managing a team
• You exude a positive and enthusiastic attitude 
• You thrive in fast-paced, demanding environment

  Required Education, Experience and Documentation:

• Manager Sanitation Certificate
• Allergen Certificate
• Qualification from a culinary school
• 3+ years experience in kitchen or food preparation environment
• 1+ year Chef de Cuisine or Kitchen Management
• Ability to fluently speak, write, and read the English language
• Bilingual preferred

Gage Hospitality Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Gage Hospitality Group will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.