Chef - Hotel Indigo Naperville Riverwalk

About Us

Hotel Indigo Naperville Riverwalk embodies the area's rustic charm and artistic spirit. Boutique shops, cozy eateries, and local art with wood tones and antique touches showcase the historic neighborhood’s unique character.

Dive into 19th-century life at Naper Settlement, stroll along the stunning Riverwalk, and visit Dick Tracy's bronze statue, a tribute to Naperville’s past. Just steps from dozens of shops and restaurants, explore Downtown Naperville or immerse yourself in history at Naper Settlement.

Enjoy diverse dining at our six hotel restaurants. Stay active in our 24-hour fitness center, unwind in our luxurious spa, and sip handcrafted cocktails at Plank Bar and Kitchen. Host meetings and events in our versatile venues and enjoy free parking, free Wi-Fi, and group rates. At Hotel Indigo Naperville Riverwalk, history, art, and modern comfort come together for an unforgettable stay.

Role Purpose

Great restaurant memories come from many places. The sights, sounds, scents and as importantly the food. As Cook / Chef, your passion for presentation and dedication to delivering flavor will complete each guest’s experience. By taking pride in your workspace, keeping your standards high, and giving our menu the benefit of your expertise, you’ll create some of our guests’ most lasting memories. 

Key Accountabilities

• Make each meal a feast for the eyes and treat for the taste buds. With your own signature flare, you’ll turn our high standards into memorable meals for every guest. 
• Own your kitchen – keep on top of supplies and equipment, and minimize waste. 
• Tell your supervisor or duty manager about any unsafe equipment, low supplies or safety incidents. 
• Help create a safe space by following our safety procedures and wearing necessary protective equipment. 
• Be cleaner than clean – meet or exceed local cleanliness and hygiene laws.
• Help with washing up and other kitchen duties when needed.
• Give guests a better experience by helping with any queries or advice 
• Wear your uniform with pride. 
• Take on other ad-hoc duties when the whole team needs to pull together. 

Key Skills & Experiences

• Strong – sometimes you’ll need to lift, push and pull big objects up to 50lbs (23 kg). This can involve bending and kneeling. 
• Literate – you’ll need a good grasp of reading, writing and basic math. 
• Flexible – night, weekend and holiday shifts are all part of the job. 
• Compliant – as well as meeting local laws on food handling and serving alcohol, you’ll be above the minimum age required and fluent in the local language.
• Articulate – a great communicator, you’ll be warm, welcoming and easy to talk to. 

The hourly pay range for this role is $25.00
 

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.