Across from Millennium Park and along Chicago’s Cultural Mile, Acanto Restaurant Wine Bar is a treasured destination for those who appreciate authentic and approachable Italian food in a conversation-friendly atmosphere. Acanto serves seasonally-driven Italian cuisine from both regions of Italy utilizing artisanal ingredients from Midwest farmers and producers. While Acanto is well-known for its expansive, award-winning wine list that showcases more than 700 bottles, the libations menu is rounded out by Italian classics including spritzes and negronis along with craft cocktails, beer, and spirits.

Your Impact:

Acanto is currently seeking a motivated Executive Chef to join our team. The Executive Chef will lead our Back of House teams and will execute culinary and operational tasks upholding our commitment to excellence and guest satisfaction.

What Makes You Great:

• You have a passion for and expertise in cooking
• Excellent knife skills and ability to work all stations
• You are a proven leader with a documented track record in kitchen management
• You are hardworking and committed to excellence in every facet of kitchen management with no supervision
• You have experience ordering product and monitoring inventory
• You have a passion for continued learning 
• You are highly organized and have the ability to work well under pressure while prioritizing tasks
• You have open availability
• You exude a positive and enthusiastic attitude
• You thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• You are a team player who is able to perform other duties assigned as needed

What Makes Us Great:

• Competitive Pay
• Dining Discounts at all GHG restaurants
• 50% paid Medical Insurance; 100% paid Dental and Vision Insurance (employee-only coverage)
• Paid Time Off
• Best in Class Training and Development
• Advancement Opportunities

Required Education, Experience and Documentation:

• 3 years of experience as an Executive Chef
• ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate
• Ability to fluently speak, write, and read the English language

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.