Culinary Manager

Job Description Job Description Culinary Manager - Upscale Casual Restaurant Location: Buford, GA Salary: $73,000-$76,000 Annually + Benefits Are you a passionate culinary leader who thrives in a high-volume, scratch-kitchen environment? We are seeking an experienced Culinary Manager to join a well-established, growing restaurant organization in Buford, GA. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on kitchen leader who takes pride in food quality, team development, operational excellence, and creating an exceptional dining experience. We're looking for someone who can lead by example, maintain high standards, and build a strong, accountable culinary team. What We Offer * Competitive base salary of $73,000-$76,000 * Comprehensive benefits package * Opportunities for professional growth and advancement * Established restaurant organization with strong operational support * Positive, team-oriented leadership environment * Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on kitchen operations Key Responsibilities * Oversee daily back-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation * Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team * Maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization * Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, labor, and overall kitchen profitability * Execute recipes, preparation standards, and established culinary procedures * Partner with restaurant leadership to ensure smooth operations and an outstanding guest experience * Lead by example during high-volume shifts while maintaining a positive, professional kitchen culture * Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, execution, and team performance What We're Looking For * 3+ years of culinary management experience in a full-service restaurant environment * Strong background in high-volume, upscale casual or polished casual dining * Experience working in a scratch kitchen with a commitment to quality and consistency * Proven ability to develop, motivate, and retain kitchen teams * Strong understanding of food cost controls, inventory management, scheduling, and labor management * Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills * Hands-on leadership style with a passion for hospitality and culinary excellence * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment Ready for Your Next Opportunity? If you're an experienced Culinary Manager looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity with a respected restaurant organization, we'd love to connect! Apply today to learn more about this Culinary Manager opportunity in Buford, GA. All inquiries will be handled confidentially. Gecko Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. \nCompany Description Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2026 list of America's Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts. With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers. Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities. Company Description Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2026 list of America's Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.\n\nWith Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.\n\nOur national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.