Required Years of Experience
3 years
Job Details
Summary:
- Oversee and supervise kitchen in all phases of food storage, production, purchasing, requisitioning and sanitation
- Ensure that all areas of the kitchen are ready for projected daily business
- Drive each shift to maximize production
- Handle personnel questions as they occur
- Be part of a team that wants to create a dining experience that is on par with the club culture
- Drive to help us all get better at what we do and to contribute to the greater good of our team
- Have a passion for reaching for excellence with the idea that we can always do better
- Must be willing to take on other areas as a team player at all times
- Be open minded to different approaches and feedback
- Help our community to live well
Starting rate: $70,000-80,000 annually
Essential Functions:
Opening/Closing
- Performs opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according to club guidelines
Daily Operations
- Give direction in all areas of the kitchen including dish, prep, receiving, cooks and culinary supervisors
- Learn and practice our Mission and Core Values
- Ensure proper DOH protocols for hot holding, cold holding and labelling
- Ensure all Walk-ins are cleaned and organized throughout each shift
- Prepare food to specification of the operation
- Must be able to work and keep calm under pressure
- Ensure freshness and quality of all menu items
- Supervise line production at necessary times (expedite service)
- Cooperate with front of house manager to ensure best possible service for the Members
- Maintain Floor Operations
- Ensure all areas are ready for service
- Menu planning and execution within budgetary guidelines
Management of Staff
- Supervise all hourly staff daily. Focus on specific outlet assigned for any given day
- Resolve employee issues in conjunction with EC, HR and F&B Director
- Assign, direct, or change job assignments as necessary
- Verbal counsel and discipline employees; recommend any formal discipline to EC and F&B Director
- Review employees as needed: 45-day, 90-day and annual reviews
- Maintain proper Payroll protocols
- Lead and inspire daily
Other Job Functions
All other job duties as assigned by management. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Requirements
- Previous experience in Purchasing and Receiving for a multi-function F&B operation
- 5+ years of supervisor or lead cook experience in restaurant, hotel or country club settings
- Maintain proper food certifications specific to Chicago Laws
- Ability to be a leader with a desire to educate and empower team members, creating accountability standards
- Strong attention to operational and administrative detail
- Exemplary interpersonal communication skills
- Team player with enthusiastic outlook and creative mind
- Ability to work well with others and be open to change and growth
- Understand the idea of diversity, inclusion and belonging as part of our culture at EBC
- Be able to contribute daily to improving or modifying our offerings
- Contribute to long-term culinary strategy and growth
- Huge understanding that there is no line between front and back of house. We are all working for the same result. To take care of our members on a daily basis
- Ability to be available for holidays and weekends. Flexible with schedule
- Must be able to lift 50lbs
- Must have the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Benefits
Time Off & Retirement
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match up to 3%
- Value Sharing (Profit sharing)
- Holiday Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
Health & Wellness:
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
- HSA and FSA enrollment options
- Short- & Long-Term Disability options
- Life Insurance: Basic coverage equivalent to annual income, with voluntary options for additional coverage
- Long-Term Care options: Coverage up to 50% of annual income
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Pet Insurance through MetLife
Employee Perks:
- Free workout privileges
- Employee discounts in the Shop, Spa & Salon services and in the Market
- Parking and transit benefits (pre-tax deduction)
- Access to Tickets at Work discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug/smoke-free workplace.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($70,000.00 - $80,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Profit Sharing, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program
Required Skills
Leadership Skills
Team Collaboration
Problem Solving Skills
Adaptability to Change
Time Management
Organizational Skills
Conflict Resolution
Mentoring and Coaching
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A veritable Chicago institution, East Bank Club is recognized as the country's most gracious and dynamic fitness, sports and dining facility. Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, the Club opened its doors in 1980 and employs more than 500 team members.
East Bank Club has set the standard for first-class hospitality and excellence in the fitness industry, a standard exemplified by each team member. The bonds team members create with fellow staff; members and the Club itself keep members and team members returning day after day.
Career options at the Club include positions in members service, fitness, spa and salon, and food and beverage, among many other opportunities. Each and every team member is a valued and vital member of the East Bank Club team.
East Bank Club team members find pride in the Club's status as an industry leader. The Club is considered the gold standard in the industry, with state-of-the-art equipment, extensive programming, a wide array of amenities, and excellent and highly qualified staff.
Team members are encouraged to utilize the Club’s workout facilities to fully embrace the Club’s ethos to live well. In addition, the Club offers highly competitive wages and benefits.
East Bank Club team members are committed to helping our community live well. More than half of the Club’s team members have been committed to this goal for five years or more. That is what happens when you work for an industry leader. That is what happens when your employer sets the standard. That is what happens when you focus on health that goes beyond fitness. It takes a simple commitment.
Awards / Distinctions
2025
