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Executive Chef JN -112025-168213

Goodwin Recruiting
Waukegan, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2026
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Join a vibrant, top-tier gaming destination committed to delivering unforgettable guest experiences. As Executive Chef, you’ll lead all culinary operations across multiple F&B outlets, shaping menus, mentoring teams, and driving excellence at every turn. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, growth-minded leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a high-volume, guest-focused environment that exudes genuine hospitality!

Executive Chef Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
  • 401K program
  • Educational tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Transportation benefits (Ventra program)
  • Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization
  • Inclusive, engaging, and collaborative workplace culture

Executive Chef Requirements & Qualifications

  • 4 years of culinary management experience
  • 7 years of foodservice experience in high-volume environments
  • Experience overseeing multi-unit F&B operations or casino/hotel culinary programs
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development abilities
  • Proven skill in food/labor cost control and P&L participation
  • Proficiency with kitchen systems, inventories, and POS
  • Ability to train, motivate, and manage large teams
  • Eligible for required local gaming licenses/certifications

Executive Chef Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience driving guest loyalty through service excellence
  • Expertise in developing kitchen action plans and operational systems
  • Strong administrative capabilities (reviews, documentation, compliance)
  • Ability to build effective staffing pipelines and mentor internal talent
  • Bilingual abilities
  • College degree (preferred)
  • High-level culinary technical skill and creativity

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share. JOB ID: 168213 #post

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