Chef de Cuisine

The Peninsula Chicago is seeking a creative Chef de Cuisine who is highly organized to work with our F&B operations and create a memorable guest experience.

• Work for a luxury Five-Star Five-Diamond property in the heart of Michigan Avenue, Chicago.
• Grow within a diverse multi-outlet property.
• Exceptional health benefits package and 401(k) with company match.

Key Accountabilities:

• Design, expedite, direct, and trains staffs of ingredients to each recipe, advance preparation, and cooking methods with precise accuracy and timing.
• Delegate and check in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, food storage, and work areas.
• Supervise team in cleaning according to daily and weekly schedules.
• Maintain proper Food Inventory.
• Follow the hotel cost control policies and procedures. 
• Orienting new employees to their work area related duty and responsibilities.
• Follow the fire and safety policies and procedures.

General Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role preferably in an upscale restaurant
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage and work in a team, creative, motivated

Benefits We Offer:

• 10 vacation days per year
• 9 paid holiday days per year
• 5 Chicago Paid Sick Leave days per year
• 5 Chicago Paid Leave days per year
• Complimentary employee meals
• Discounted parking
• Discounted and complimentary room nights at The Peninsula Hotels
• 50% restaurant discount
• 50% discount on spa services
• 25% discount on spa retail
• 80% company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage
• Complimentary life insurance
• Complimentary long-term disability
• Retirement plan with 5% company match

We are delighted to receive your resume for further consideration. As we anticipate a large number of applications, we look forward to connecting with candidates that meet our various role qualifications. To be considered for the position, you must have work authorization in the United States.

About The Peninsula Chicago

Set along the famed Magnificent Mile section of Michigan Avenue, The Peninsula Chicago offers spectacular views over Lake Michigan and the glittering city skyline. Proud of its tradition of Midwestern hospitality, the hotel is considered the top choice for everything from accommodation to celebrations and corporate events in the city.