Sous Chef Jobs in Chicago, IL
Sous chef jobs in Chicago are in strong demand, concentrated in the West Loop, River North, and Fulton Market across fine dining, hotel food and beverage, and hospitality groups. Employers hiring right now include SEOULSPICE, Lettuce Entertain You, and Flik Independent School Dining. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assistant Kitchen Manager
Role Overview
Key Details
Position Type
Seasonal Contract (May – Sept)
Schedule
Full-Time, Exempt (minimum 6 days / 70 hours per week)
Location
On-site (Rural Summer Camp facilities across the US)
Perks Included
Competitive Pay, Bonus, Free RoomBoard, Travel Allowance
About Wolfoods
Wolfoods is elevating camp dining by replacing standard freezer fare with fresh, high-quality, scratch-cooked cuisine. We serve vibrant summer camp communities across the country while providing exceptional care for dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability.
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced, high-energy Assistant Kitchen Manager for a hands-on leadership position. You will oversee all prep and production for designated day part, staff management, and allergen safety at a top-tier summer camp.
This is an on-site, live-in position in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Key Responsibilities
- OperationsLeadership: Lead and train kitchen staff; foster a high-energy, positive environment.
- CulinaryQuality Excellence: Operational flow, portion control, menu specs, scratch cooking execution, and timely meal service.
- AllergenSafety Compliance: Strictly manage food allergy protocols (Kosher, Nut-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan, etc.) and maintain top Health Department sanitation standards.
- AdministrationBudget: Manage inventory and assist with daily reporting
- Client Relations: Serve as a liaison between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.
Qualifications
- Experience: 2+ years in a commercial kitchen leadership role with scratch and institutional/batch cooking experience.
- Certifications: ServSafe Allergens required before start date; company-sponsored.
- Skills: Strong leadership, cooking, able to navigate I-Pad, versatile with ingredients, and sharp problem-solving abilities.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, work in hot/cold kitchen settings, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Lifestyle: Ready to live on-site in a rustic setting, work a demanding minimum 6-day/70-hour week, and thrive under pressure.
What We Offer
- Competitive seasonal pay + performance bonus structure
- Full room and board provided for the duration of the contract
- Travel expense assistance
- Opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a unique, vibrant camp community
Wolfoods Food Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Role Overview
Key Details
Position Type
Seasonal Contract (May – Sept)
Schedule
Full-Time, Exempt (minimum 6 days / 70 hours per week)
Location
On-site (Rural Summer Camp facilities across the US)
Perks Included
Competitive Pay, Bonus, Free RoomBoard, Travel Allowance
About Wolfoods
Wolfoods is elevating camp dining by replacing standard freezer fare with fresh, high-quality, scratch-cooked cuisine. We serve vibrant summer camp communities across the country while providing exceptional care for dietary restrictions, nutrition, and environmental sustainability.
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced, high-energy Assistant Kitchen Manager for a hands-on leadership position. You will oversee all prep and production for designated day part, staff management, and allergen safety at a top-tier summer camp.
This is an on-site, live-in position in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Key Responsibilities
- OperationsLeadership: Lead and train kitchen staff; foster a high-energy, positive environment.
- CulinaryQuality Excellence: Operational flow, portion control, menu specs, scratch cooking execution, and timely meal service.
- AllergenSafety Compliance: Strictly manage food allergy protocols (Kosher, Nut-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan, etc.) and maintain top Health Department sanitation standards.
- AdministrationBudget: Manage inventory and assist with daily reporting
- Client Relations: Serve as a liaison between kitchen operations, campers, and camp leadership.
Qualifications
- Experience: 2+ years in a commercial kitchen leadership role with scratch and institutional/batch cooking experience.
- Certifications: ServSafe Allergens required before start date; company-sponsored.
- Skills: Strong leadership, cooking, able to navigate I-Pad, versatile with ingredients, and sharp problem-solving abilities.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, work in hot/cold kitchen settings, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Lifestyle: Ready to live on-site in a rustic setting, work a demanding minimum 6-day/70-hour week, and thrive under pressure.
What We Offer
- Competitive seasonal pay + performance bonus structure
- Full room and board provided for the duration of the contract
- Travel expense assistance
- Opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a unique, vibrant camp community
Wolfoods Food Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Sous Chef Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a sous chef job in Chicago?
Focus your search on Chicago's densest hiring pockets: fine-dining restaurants in the West Loop and Fulton Market, hotel kitchens in the Loop and River North, and large hospitality groups operating multiple Chicago concepts. Candidates who stand out typically bring experience running a station at volume, comfort with scratch-made programs, and a portfolio of menus tied to a recognizable Chicago kitchen or chef.
Which companies hire sous chefs in Chicago?
Employers hiring sous chefs in Chicago right now include SEOULSPICE, Lettuce Entertain You, and Flik Independent School Dining, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Chicago's market skews toward independent restaurant groups, major hotel brands anchored downtown, and expanding fast-casual concepts that staff multiple locations across the metro area.
Are there remote sous chef jobs in Chicago?
Remote sous chef work is rare by the nature of the role, which requires hands-on kitchen presence. About 0% of sous chef openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those openings tend to involve culinary consulting, menu development, or corporate food-program oversight rather than day-to-day kitchen leadership.
How can I get a sous chef job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is advancing from a senior line cook or chef de partie role inside an established kitchen, ideally within a multi-concept restaurant group or a hotel food and beverage operation that promotes internally. Chicago culinary programs and apprenticeships through local hospitality associations also help candidates build the credentialed kitchen time that independent restaurants and hotel groups look for before moving someone into a sous chef seat.
Which industries hire the most sous chefs in Chicago?
The sectors hiring the most sous chefs in Chicago are Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Chicago's concentration of flagship hotel properties, a nationally recognized independent restaurant scene, and a growing corporate dining and catering sector all sustain consistent sous chef demand across the city.
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