Kitchen Manager
Elgin, Illinois • Opening May 2026
Chip Shots Golf & Whiskey Bar is seeking an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our prep kitchen and permanent onsite gourmet food truck.
About the role
This is a working leadership position responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations while ensuring every guest receives fresh, high-quality food and exceptional service. The ideal candidate is an organized leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys coaching a team, and takes pride in maintaining high culinary and sanitation standards. This position reports directly to ownership and plays a key role in the continued growth and success of our food program.
Schedule
- Full-Time (32–40 hours per week)
- Open availability including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands.
- Additional hours may be available during tournaments, private events, and peak golf season.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting at $21.00 per hour, based on experience.
- Paid time off.
- Employee meal discounts.
- Golf privileges.
- Opportunity for advancement within a growing hospitality company.
What you'll do
- Lead and supervise daily kitchen operations.
- Work alongside the kitchen team during food service.
- Schedule and train kitchen staff.
- Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards.
- Order food, monitor inventory, and control food costs.
- Minimize waste and maintain proper product rotation.
- Ensure compliance with all health department and food safety regulations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
- Collaborate with ownership on seasonal features and menu improvements.
- Assist with catering, tournaments, and special events.
What we are looking for
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of proven kitchen leadership or management experience.
- Strong line cooking skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with inventory management, ordering, scheduling, and food cost control.
- ServSafe Food Manager Certification
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Reliable, organized, and self-motivated.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
License/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (Required)
Why join Chip Shots
Located inside the newly renovated Wing Park Golf Course clubhouse, Chip Shots Golf & Whiskey Bar offers craft cocktails, an extensive whiskey selection, indoor golf simulators, and a chef-driven menu prepared fresh to order from our permanent onsite gourmet food truck. We are passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality to golfers and the surrounding community alike.
If you’re ready to build something special and lead a talented kitchen team, we’d love to hear from you.