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Executive Chef- JPMC

 

Salary: $120,000 - $130,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits and Bonus Eligible 

 

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

Restaurant Associates is seeking an exceptional Executive Chef to lead the culinary program for the Executive Dining Floor at JPMC Chicago, delivering an elevated, refined dining experience for senior leadership, executives, and distinguished guests. This role requires a visionary culinary leader with a background in luxury hospitality, fine dining, high‑end corporate dining, and premium catering.

 

The Executive Dining Floor provides breakfast, lunch, and executive catering Monday–Friday.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all culinary operations for executive dining, corporate café service, and VIP meal experiences.
  • Develop seasonal, market‑driven menus featuring high‑quality, thoughtfully sourced ingredients.
  • Create sophisticated catering menus for executive meetings, leadership gatherings, and high‑profile events.
  • Incorporate a diverse range of global flavors—Mediterranean, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and modern American—into daily offerings and special events.
  • Uphold Restaurant Associates’ standards of excellence in food quality, presentation, hospitality, and innovation.
  • Oversee culinary team recruitment, training, development, and performance, fostering a culture of creativity, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain best‑in‑class food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations across all service periods.
  • Partner closely with hospitality, operations, and client leadership to ensure a seamless, high‑touch dining experience reflective of the JPMC brand.
  • Manage food and labor costs while consistently delivering premium standards and exceptional value.

 

Qualifications

  • Experience in corporate dining, fine dining, luxury hotels, or premier hospitality environments.
  • Demonstrated success in high‑end catering and service for VIP or executive‑level clientele.
  • Strong culinary background in global cuisine with the ability to blend authenticity, creativity, and modern technique.
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and develop diverse culinary teams.
  • Highly organized and capable of thriving in a fast‑paced, service‑driven environment with elevated expectations.
  • Deep commitment to sustainability, culinary excellence, and upholding the Restaurant Associates brand.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

 

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

 

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf

 

 

Req ID:  1513315

Restaurant Associates 

Leah Curry 

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Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Job Segment: Executive Chef, Event Planning, Chef, Culinary, Food Service, Hospitality

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