Sous chef Job at Daisies, Chicago, IL

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  • Daisies
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Sous Chef – Daisies | Chicago, IL

Daisies, a celebrated Midwestern pasta-focused restaurant in Logan Square, is seeking a Sous Chef to join our leadership team. This is a key role for someone who is experienced, self-motivated, and ready to grow alongside our CDC and chef team.

About Daisies: 

Daisies, is a midwest, vegetable-focused, Italian inspired restaurant, nestled in Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood. We believe we are a place where creativity meets tradition; our ever-changing menu (i.e. seasonal, changing sometimes daily in the summers) is crafted around Midwest-grown vegetable and handcrafted pastas.

Daisies has been awarded a Michelin Green Star for sustainability (2023), a Michelin Bib Gourmand (2018-2023), New York Times 2023 Restaurant List, James Beard Award Semi-Finalist (2024), Jean Banchet Awards "Best Restaurant" Finalist (2024). 


What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary

  • Real growth potential within a respected and expanding restaurant group

  • A supportive, purpose-driven kitchen culture

  • Access to ingredients directly sourced from our 30-acre family-owned farm

  • Creative involvement in an ever-changing, seasonal menu

What We’re Looking For:

  • Kind, respectful leadership—no ego, no drama

  • Strong team player who fosters a positive, professional work environment

  • Excellent organizational skills and a sharp attention to detail

  • Clear, timely communication—especially in written/email form

  • Confident decision-making under pressure

  • Experience with ordering, par systems, and inventory management

  • Ability to manage and uphold BOH systems and sanitation standards

  • Execute food to a high, consistent standard—always aligning with the CDC and chef team’s vision.

  • Creative and thoughtful approach to family meal

  • Pasta cooking experience strongly preferred. Especially with high volume.

  • Passion for vegetables and seasonal produce. Including pickling, preserving, and utilizing every part of the harvest.

  • Committed to Sustainability and the longevity of our industry.

Daisies is rooted in Midwestern values and driven by a commitment to craft. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a team dedicated to excellence, sustainability, and integrity—we would love to hear from you.

3 years minimum experience in a similar position required.

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work,

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