Job Identification: 222288
Job Category: Culinary
Job Schedule: Full time
Salary 65000 - 70000
Property Name theWit Chicago
theWit Chicago
theWit Chicago is a luxury lifestyle hotel located in the heart of downtown, known for its vibrant energy, contemporary design, and elevated guest experiences. Featuring multiple dynamic dining venues, including a rooftop lounge, upscale restaurant, and extensive banquet spaces, the hotel blends modern hospitality with a strong culinary focus. As part of a globally recognized brand, theWit Chicago offers a fast-paced, high-performance environment where creativity, service excellence, and innovation are at the forefront.
Position Overview - Chef Tournant
At theWit Chicago, the Chef Tournant is a versatile culinary leader who supports all food and beverage outlets, stepping into key roles as needed to ensure consistent execution, quality, and presentation. This role requires strong technical skill, adaptability, and a deep understanding of luxury dining standards.
Working closely with senior culinary leadership, the Chef Tournant helps lead kitchen operations, mentor team members, and uphold food safety and organizational excellence. Ideal for a well-rounded chef, this position offers the opportunity to contribute across multiple concepts while delivering a seamless, high-end guest experience.
This is a tremendous opportunity for a talented, career-focused chef who is ready to bring fresh ideas. We are looking for a driven culinary professional who wants the freedom to develop new dishes, train a strong team, and help lead a professional, fast-paced operation.
The right candidate must be willing to put in the work required to build a true scratch kitchen, with a strong desire to seek out the best ingredients available, preferably from local purveyors.
Strong collaboration skills are required. We are not looking for ego-driven chefs; we are looking for culinary-focused individuals who are hungry to learn, lead, create, and make their mark in an inclusive environment that offers PTO, health, and retirement benefits.
Key Responsibilities
Provide operational leadership and culinary support across all food and beverage outlets, including fine-dining restaurants, banquets, in-room dining, lounges, and private events
Step in for absent chefs or chef de parties with minimal transition time, maintaining consistency with each outlet's concept, standards, and service style
Execute dishes to exact standards with exceptional attention to detail, flavor balance, and presentation
Supervise, coach, and inspire culinary team members during assigned shifts
Actively support training initiatives, mentoring junior chefs and reinforcing best practices
Ensure strict compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards (HACCP and local regulations)
Collaborate with senior culinary leadership on menu execution, seasonal changes, tastings, and special promotions
Maintain exceptional organization of workstations, storage areas, and production processes
Monitor product quality, portion control, and waste reduction
Communicate effectively with front-of-house and banquet teams to support a seamless guest experience
Represent the culinary department with professionalism, discretion, and pride
Support executive chef and sous chefs with day-to-day ordering/admin responsibilities
Qualifications & Experience
Formal culinary education or apprenticeship from a recognized institution preferred
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in luxury hotels, fine-dining restaurants, or comparable high-end environments
Proven ability to work confidently across multiple kitchen disciplines (hot line, garde manger, banquets, pastry exposure a plus)
Experience executing refined cuisine with premium ingredients
Strong understanding of luxury service expectations and guest-centric dining
Demonstrated flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Skills & Competencies
Exceptional culinary technique and product knowledge
High adaptability and ability to integrate into different brigade styles
Strong leadership presence with a calm, solutions-oriented approach
Refined palate and elevated aesthetic sensibility
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining composure and precision
Strong commitment to excellence, consistency, and continuous improvement
Work Environment
Fast-paced, high-standards luxury culinary environment
Frequent interaction with VIP guests, senior leaders, and cross-departmental partners
Physically demanding role requiring extended standing and lifting
Compensation:
$65,000.00 - $70,000 per year
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Our offerings include:
Medical Plans: Choice of three plans to meet your healthcare needs.
Dental Plans: Two options for dental coverage.
Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine eye care and eyewear.
Paid Time Off (PTO): To support work-life balance.
Accident/Hospital Indemnity/Critical Illness plans (new for 2026).
401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with employer contributions.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Life and AD&D Insurance: Employer-provided coverage with additional voluntary options.
Short-Term Disability (STD): Employer-provided coverage to support you during temporary disability.
Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD): Additional protection for extended disability.
Commuter Benefits: Save on transit and parking expenses.
Pet Insurance: Options to support your furry family members.
Hilton travel discounts and employee room rates worldwide
Career growth and training opportunities
Access to wellness programs and employee appreciation events
Please note that eligibility for certain benefits may vary depending on your employment status. Detailed information, including plan summaries and enrollment instructions, will be provided during onboarding or upon request. This summary complies with applicable state laws and is subject to change based on legislative updates or company policies.
E-Verify Participation:
theWit Hotel participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
theWit Hotel and ROOF on theWit are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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