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Executive Chef - Premium casual concept

$100k

Gecko Hospitality VA/DC

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Executive Chef – Premium Casual Restaurant
Location: Richmond, Virginia

Company Overview
We are a growing multi-state restaurant group focused on delivering exceptional dining experiences. We avoid the typical national chain approach, choosing instead to focus on strategic growth and premium, chef-driven concepts. Our commitment to culinary excellence and team development makes us a leading destination for hospitality professionals.

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced culinary leader to take the helm of a $7M+ premium casual operation in Richmond, Virginia. As the Executive Chef, you will drive the culinary vision for an eclectic menu featuring hand-cut steaks and fresh, high-quality ingredients. You will partner with the General Manager to lead the operations, develop the culinary team, and deliver uncompromising food quality.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and train a high-performing back-of-house culinary team.
  • Collaborate directly with the General Manager to ensure seamless restaurant operations and outstanding guest experiences.
  • Maintain strict standards for food quality, safety, sanitation, and plate presentation.
  • Execute a chef-driven menu while fostering an environment of culinary innovation.
  • Manage back-of-house financials, including food costs, labor optimization, and inventory control.

Qualifications

  • Tenured experience as an Executive Chef within reputable premium casual brands.
  • Proven track record of leading back-of-house operations in high-volume, chef-driven concepts.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing kitchen profitability.
  • Excellent leadership skills with a proven ability to build and retain strong teams.

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation: $100K base salary combined with a lucrative bonus structure.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Full health benefits package.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous, above-average PTO and vacation time.
  • Growth Potential: Realistic opportunities for career advancement and multi-unit leadership as our multi-state group continues to expand.

How to Apply
To learn more about this opportunity, please send your confidential resume to Tom Bull

This role is presented by award-winning recruiter Tom Bull, specializing in executive-level placements for the restaurant and hospitality industry.

Company Description

Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of restaurants, catering, grocery store, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare foodservice, K-12 foodservice, and higher education foodservice 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 fast food to fine dining and grocery stores to senior living, Gecko recruits chef and 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 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of restaurants, catering, grocery store, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare foodservice, K-12 foodservice, and higher education foodservice positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.\r\n\r\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.\r\n\r\nOur national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From fast food to fine dining and grocery stores to senior living, Gecko recruits chef and 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.

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