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Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef to lead our kitchen team in the Washington DC area. Our ideal candidate will have experience managing a complex kitchen operation with a focus on quality, cost control, and sanitation, as well as experience leading teams of up to 25 employees.
Responsibilities:
As our Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef, your duties will include:
- Overseeing daily kitchen operations, including maintaining food quality and presentation standards
- Managing food costs, labor costs, and other expenses to ensure profitability
- Recruiting, training, and developing a strong team of kitchen staff
- Ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations
- Collaborating with the F&B venue GM to develop new menu items and promotions
- Reporting directly to the VP of Operations
Our ideal candidate will have:
- 5+ years of high-volume ($5M+) Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef experience
- Experience managing a team of up to 25 employees
- Strong understanding of food costing, budgeting, and other financial metrics
- Proven track record of developing high-quality menu items
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations, including ServSafe certification
- Corporate brand experience is a plus, but not required
- Competitive salary up to $85k, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Generous PTO policy
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth within our organization
Join us in shaping the future of our restaurant and making a difference in the Washington DC community. Apply today!
Meet Your Recruiter
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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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