Chef Manager - Matteson Culinary Center

Chef Manager - Lead with Culinary Excellence at Our Culinary Center! Culinary Center Leadership Are you a culinary professional passionate about great food, strong leadership, and operational excellence? Join our team as a Chef Manager and bring your expertise to a high-volume culinary center focused on quality, service, and innovation.

What You'll Do:

Oversee daily kitchen operations to produce high-quality meals for multiple service locations Supervise, train, and develop kitchen team members to maintain culinary standards and operational efficiency Assist with menu development that aligns with client needs, nutritional standards, and production requirements Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and inventory controls in accordance with health regulations Partner with internal teams and clients to support operational goals and service expectations Manage production records, vendor orders, inventory levels, and kitchen budgets Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement

We're Looking For:

3+ years of experience in culinary management (institutional, corporate dining, or high-volume food service a plus) Strong cooking skills with an emphasis on scratch preparation and batch production Knowledge of food safety standards, production planning, and kitchen operations A proactive leader who motivates teams and drives results ServSafe certification Passion for delivering high-quality meals and exceptional service Why Join Us? Competitive pay + opportunities for growth Consistent schedule - no nights, weekends, or major holidays Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement Paid time off and professional development opportunities The opportunity to lead a culinary team that supports multiple locations and high-impact operations

About Us:

At Whitsons, we believe great food drives great outcomes. As a Chef Manager, you'll blend culinary expertise with effective leadership to support a culinary center that serves as a hub of quality, reliability, and service excellence. You'll not only manage production—you'll help build a kitchen environment rooted in teamwork and purpose. Ready to lead with impact? and help us deliver excellence—at Whitsons, our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™ . $26/hour

Requirements:

Education:

College / Culinary degree preferred. Safety training classes completed as required

Certifications:

ServSafe Certification required FMP preferred not required OSHA Certification preferred but not required

Computer Skills:

All Microsoft Office Suite products Ability to learn new software programs

Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

Minimum 3-5 years of high volume food service management experience required. Chef Manager - Matteson Culinary Center 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Matteson, IL $26 an hour Whitsons Culinary Group 247 reviews $26 an hour Chef Manager - Lead with Culinary Excellence at Our Culinary Center! Culinary Center Leadership Are you a culinary professional passionate about great food, strong leadership, and operational excellence? Join our team as a Chef Manager and bring your expertise to a high-volume culinary center focused on quality, service, and innovation.

What You'll Do:

Oversee daily kitchen operations to produce high-quality meals for multiple service locations Supervise, train, and develop kitchen team members to maintain culinary standards and operational efficiency Assist with menu development that aligns with client needs, nutritional standards, and production requirements Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and inventory controls in accordance with health regulations Partner with internal teams and clients to support operational goals and service expectations Manage production records, vendor orders, inventory levels, and kitchen budgets Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement

We're Looking For:

3+ years of experience in culinary management (institutional, corporate dining, or high-volume food service a plus) Strong cooking skills with an emphasis on scratch preparation and batch production Knowledge of food safety standards, production planning, and kitchen operations A proactive leader who motivates teams and drives results ServSafe certification Passion for delivering high-quality meals and exceptional service Why Join Us? Competitive pay + opportunities for growth Consistent schedule - no nights, weekends, or major holidays Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement Paid time off and professional development opportunities The opportunity to lead a culinary team that supports multiple locations and high-impact operations

About Us:

At Whitsons, we believe great food drives great outcomes. As a Chef Manager, you'll blend culinary expertise with effective leadership to support a culinary center that serves as a hub of quality, reliability, and service excellence. You'll not only manage production—you'll help build a kitchen environment rooted in teamwork and purpose. Ready to lead with impact? and help us deliver excellence—at Whitsons, our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™ . $26/hour

Requirements:

Education:

College / Culinary degree preferred. Safety training classes completed as required

Certifications:

ServSafe Certification required FMP preferred not required OSHA Certification preferred but not required

Computer Skills:

All Microsoft Office Suite products Ability to learn new software programs

Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

Minimum 3-5 years of high volume food service management experience required.