Location: 703 Church St. Evanston, IL 60201
Founded in 2009 by Nicole and Stephan Outrequin Quaisser as a single concept, named after the couple’s two children Luc and Mary. LM Restaurant Group remains a family-owned hospitality company that specializes in creating local gathering places that deliver great food and down-to-the-last detail service. LM is now 350 team members strong. Our portfolio includes an eclectic assortment of hotel restaurants and catering & event venues that all share a common goal: making people feel cared for especially when it comes to our team!
LM Restaurants currently include Evanston Corner Bistro, Grant Park Bistro, River North Bistro, Land & Lake Kitchen, and Land & Lake Rosemont.
LM Catering & Events include the Back of House operation at Hilton Orrington-Evanston, City View Loft, Kitchen Chicago, Lacuna Events by LM, LM Studio, and Twenty-Six Event venue and Sky on Nine.
Location Highlight
Evanston Corner Bistro is our newest location of LM’s popular bistro concept. The restaurant just opened on October 13,2023, on the ground floor of the Hilton Orrington’s Hotel in the heart of Evanston. The menu focuses on affordable contemporary dishes which highlights our fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. The restaurant features a light filled dining room, an expansive bar, separate private dining areas, as well as an outdoor covered terrace with heat lamps so diners can take advantage of patio season even as the temperature drops.
What will I be doing?
Evanston Corner Bistro is looking to hire an experienced Chef De Cuisine to join our team. The primary focus of this position will be to lead our back of house team in staying true to our brand in delivering and exceeding guest expectations. Ideal candidates will bring a true passion for cooking and strong leadership skills. This position will also be responsible for overseeing effective kitchen operations for one of our Land & Lake operations. Their duties include but are not limited to;
production and execution of menu items; staff interviews, training, and development.
Food ordering; understanding costs and waste including forecasting and staying within budget.
Communication skills, both verbal and written, are vital for this position as they will need to regularly work closely with upper management, restaurant management, and hourly employees both in the FOH and BOH.
Essential Functions:
Daily hands-on production and training of staff within the restaurant
Ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction, operational standards, and quality of products
Full understanding of Chicago Health Department Sanitation guidelines
Ability to work all stations in kitchen including set up and break down of equipment and maintaining appropriate levels of food preparation.
Master the full menu to train staff on proper presentation, portioning, allergens, and quality standards.
Properly prepare and store food to ensure quality and freshness.
Responsible for overall Kitchen Cleanliness.
Ensure all employees are being treated fairly and with respect.
Ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude.
Labor Control and appropriate scheduling of Line Cooks and Dishwashers
Editing and approving all payroll punches.
What qualifications do I need?
5+ year of Kitchen Management or 3+ years of Lead Line cook experience in a high-volume scratch-based restaurant.
Computer Skills:
Ability to utilize computer software and hardware required.
Ability to easily use computer keyboard and accessories.
Ability to learn, utilize and communicate effectible via company issued communication devices (e.g., laptops, phones, etc.). Problem solving and analytical skills.
Communication:
Advanced ability to comprehend and speak English to understand and respond to information and address advanced requests from owners and guests alike both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of additional languages (Spanish) preferred.
Other:
Must be customer-service oriented and have excellent hospitality skills.
Must be able to calculate basic Mathematic functions.
Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.
EOE/AA/Disabled/Veteran
