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Hogsalt hiring Sous Chef (Earn up to $85k per Year + Bonus Structure!) in Chicago, IL

Sous Chef (Earn up to $85k per Year + Bonus Structure!)

HogsaltMore Info

Chicago, IL
Full Time • Salary ($70k - $85k)
Expires: Feb 1, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

3 years


Job Details

Hogsalt is looking for a dedicated and experienced Full Time Sous Chef ($70,000-$85,000/year + Bonus Structure) to join our team!

Our ideal candidate is passionate about upholding Hogsalt’s values of harmony, accountability, and resilience.  Successful Hogsalt leaders are enthusiastic about providing genuine hospitality, consistency, and quality to guests, and actively contribute to a collaborative and positive workplace culture.

We offer a full suite of benefits, including partially subsidized medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) program, commuter benefits, dining discounts and rewards, and vested paid time off!


Experience & Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3 years working in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant. 

  • 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or other kitchen leadership position.

  • Ability to identify problems and be solution-oriented regarding culinary and general restaurant operations.

  • Must have open availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays; schedule subject to modification and/or approval by the Culinary Director.

  • Must be able to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities & Duties: 

  • Ensure all policies and procedures are followed, including recruiting, hiring and training, 6-month employee reviews, progressive discipline, and any other employee documentation.

  • Communicate professionally and confidently with guests, employees, vendors, and leadership. 

  • Adhere to company standards for labor management and maintaining appropriate staffing levels for the restaurant; approve payroll on a daily basis.

  • Review and maintain store financials daily, including tracking food costs, and work with the Executive Chef to manage comps, expenses, labor, and overall revenue.

  • Uphold defined standards for food quality and hold vendors accountable for all product received, altering Hogsalt’s Purchasing team of any and all vendor issues. 

  • Complete general administrative tasks including opening and closing duties, maintaining restaurant facilities, kitchen supplies, and BOH uniform inventory, and keeping the Recipe Index up to date.

  • Provide consistent coaching and support for all hourly employees, and possess the ability to fill into any FOH hourly position.

Hogsalt is not your typical restaurant group.  Guests know us for transportive spaces and sumptuous fare, but what we are most proud of is the generosity we extend to our teams.  Our service team reimagines hospitality with energy and a sense of fun.  Our culinary team makes classic dishes so expertly that you'll remember why they became classics.  No matter which of our 20+ restaurants you visit, you'll see we're an organization that makes people — our guests and ourselves — happy.

Ready to join our team?

Please apply via the link provided.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($70,000.00 - $85,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program


Required Skills

Leadership

multi tasking

Prioritizing Workloads

Quality Standards

Guidance and Support

Collaboration

Communication

Team Building

Adaptability

Motivation

Professional Communication

Team Development

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