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Posted: 03/20/2023 Country: US Job ID: 1369 Salary: $65,000 State/Province: DC

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Executive Chef/ Head Chef

European Bakery /Café Style
Busy Breakfast/ Lunch

Washington, DC.

Salary $65,000.00

No Nights!

Are you seeking a completely fulfilling, fun and financially rewarding hospitality career? We are looking to hire the very Best Head/Executive Chef who holds themselves as a top Professional in the industry. We want someone who is really craving the opportunity to become a leader and bring out the best in the people around them and has a sweet tooth too! Apply today for our location in Washington, DC. Help us cultivate a better culinary world and be part of something extraordinary by joining our team filled with employees who have achieved more than they ever thought possible. We want a leader who holds a passion for delivering quality food within an artful and warm setting; and makes our restaurant a home beyond home for their guests.

Apply today to be considered for the position of Executive Chef for our company located in Washington, DC.

Title of Position – Executive Chef/ Head Chef / Pastry Chef

Job Description: Be part of a fast-growing company committed to not just serving the best cookies & coffees but building a national brand. We all do a little bit of everything &and will roll up our sleeves and get our hands dirty to help a colleague out. Your day will include on-boarding and training all new BOH team members. The Chef manages a small team of 8-10 cooks.You will schedule team members and timely post the work schedules. Effectively communicate with the Regional Culinary Directors and any store leaders. Take ownership of the kitchen, the team and the quality of production, and provide consistent and quality products. A top priority is to ensure the safety, sanitation and cleanliness policies, protocols and government regulations, and possession of a food handlers' certificate.

We are looking for an awesome, hard-working person that is all about creating the most unforgettable experience for every single person who walks through our doors.

Benefits:

Paid training
Competitive salary structure
Health and life insurance
Paid vacations

Responsibilities:

Onboard and train all new bakers
Schedule team members and timely posting of schedules
Effectively communicate with other team members.
Take ownership of the commissary kitchen, the team and the quality of production, consistent and quality products
Ensure safety, sanitation and cleanliness policies, protocols and government regulations, possession of a food handlers' certificate

Skills and Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of management and/or leadership experience required (service industry preferred)
Must be at least 18 years old
Smart, no ego, upbeat, friendly, & efficiency oriented
Must provide proof upon hire of legal status to work in the United States
Must be able to pass a background check
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Exceptional customer service skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to maintain deadlines and prioritize while running an effective shift
*COVID-19 considerations: Employees must present a Covid-19 vaccine and are required to wear a mask

Apply Now – Executive Chef/ Head Chef located in Washington, DC.

If this sounds like you, we're always looking for great people to help grow our team. Send your resume to Tombull@geckohospitality.com

Meet Your Recruiter

Tom Bull, CPC

Tom Bull, CPC is the senior executive recruiter for Gecko Hospitality, Virginia and DC. Tom has a big background in restaurant operations with prior experience as DO for Applebee’s.

After joining Gecko in 2010 he has successfully developed an extensive client and candidate base throughout Washington DC and Virginia. Tom has received numerous awards for top performance during his career at Gecko. He receives frequent accolades from candidates and clients for his ability to fill job orders fast.

Tom’s experience in operations and recruiting provide a solid foundation allowing him to fill some of the most challenging positions, fast. He has connections at all levels within the restaurant segment from unit managers to Senior VP level operations, in addition to Executive Chefs and similar culinary roles.

Tom’s success is built on his ability to develop strong business relationships and works ethically with a high sense of urgency.

Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States and Canada have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals.

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