Founded in 2013, Local Eclectic is an international e-commerce jewelry brand based in Chicago. We sell jewelry from emerging and independent jewelry designers from across the globe and have a handful of in house brands that we design and manufacture in house. We’re a social first brand that has built an authentic community of brand loyalists. We are dedicated to providing a best in class customer experience and offering exceptional, unique and one of a kind products. We are passionate about creating and selling high quality jewelry that is accessible to everyone. At Local Eclectic, we believe that every piece of jewelry is a work of art, a symbol of personal expression, and a connection to something greater; jewelry tells our story. Our mission is to inspire creativity and empower women and this is woven into every aspect of our business.

At The Local Eclectic Café, timeless Parisian café culture meets globally inspired, playful dining. Located within Local Eclectic’s first-ever retail location, our café and wine bar celebrates seasonality, creativity, and connection—from espresso to apéro.

We’re seeking a Chef de Cuisine to bring this vision to life. You’ll have the rare opportunity to shape a new culinary destination from the ground up, creating dishes that are elegant, bold, and crave-worthy. With creative freedom and the support of a Certified Master Chef consultant, this role is your chance to make a lasting mark on Chicago’s dining scene.

What You’ll Do

Culinary Leadership

• Develop and execute a thoughtful, seasonal menu aligned with our globally inspired, scratch-made ethos
• Hire, train, and lead a high-performing kitchen team
• Foster a collaborative, growth-oriented kitchen culture with a focus on excellence

Kitchen Operations & Execution

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations including prep, plating, food quality, and service flow
• Implement systems for food costing, inventory, cleanliness, and BOH efficiency
• Maintain compliance with health and safety standards (City of Chicago regulations)
• Support kitchen design and layout to ensure smooth back-of-house operations

Vendor Sourcing & Partnerships

• Build relationships with local producers, artisans, and specialty vendors
• Source exceptional ingredients and presentation elements that elevate the menu
• Uphold vendor quality standards and manage supplier communications

Menu Innovation

• Collaborate with our Certified Master Chef consultant to launch and evolve the café’s all-day menu
• Develop seasonal specials and limited-time offerings that delight guests
• Uphold culinary standards and ensure consistency across all dishes

What You Bring

• Culinary Arts and/or BPS degree
• Experience in a café, wine bar, or chef-driven restaurant preferred
• Strong command of BOH systems, food cost management, and team development
• Passion for hospitality, seasonality, and creating an exceptional guest experience
• Embraces creativity and ambiguity; thrives in a build-from-scratch environment
• Committed to inclusive leadership and a collaborative team culture

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Quarterly shopping credits for Local Eclectic product
• Employee discounts across the brand

Learn more about the flagship store and café concept here.

Local Eclectic is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local law.