Where career meets passion
Vendador welcomes passionate hospitality professionals to express interest on a rolling basis. Our intimate team is dedicated to creating extraordinary private dining experiences that blend culinary artistry with warm, personalized fine dining service.
We seek like-minded individuals across both front and back of house – from beverage leads and sommeliers to chefs and commies – who share our commitment to excellence. On the operations side, we're open to talent in sales, management, social media, and creative entrepreneurial minds with fresh ideas to elevate our business.
Our small, dedicated team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and genuine care for our craft. At Vendador, we value:
Going Above and Beyond – We exceed expectations in every interaction and experience we create
Devotion – We are deeply committed to our craft, our clients, and our team members
Integrity – We operate with transparency, preparedness and unwavering ethical standards
Humility – We approach our work with openness to learning and genuine respect for others
If you're passionate about luxury hospitality and interested in joining a devoted team that values your unique contributions, we'd love to hear from you. You may apply directly through active open positions listed below, or fill out the form at the bottom of this page for alternative roles.
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We are now hiring an Executive Sous Chef to join our team on a flexible start date Spring 2025- As a critical member of the culinary team, a successful Executive Sous Chef will prioritize positivity, passion, and flexibility. You will also have previous experience working in a collaborative and food forward environment, and will support the Executive Chef as needed.
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Vendador is seeking an experienced sales professional to drive revenue growth through strategic outreach to high-end venues, luxury event planners, and corporate clients. This full time position requires a proven track record in luxury hospitality sales with demonstrated success in securing contracts and developing client relationships. The ideal candidate will have an established network in Chicago's hospitality industry and exceptional closing abilities.
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The Dishwasher / Commis is responsible for handling all receiving of deliveries and storage of all food goods. Additionally, deep cleaning, product rotation, and organization of common storage areas are expected to be completed daily or weekly depending on the scope of the project. The dishwasher / commis also assists with completion of daily receiving logs and ensures all product received is of acceptable quality. Communication with the managers ordering and handling food cost is another essential role for this position.
