KM Operator | Fast Casual Restaurant, $60-70k | Bethlehem, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Kitchen Manager Operator

Bethlehem, PA

Fast Casual Eatery

$60-70k, benefits, other perks!

Join our vibrant team in Bethlehem, PA! We're seeking a dynamic Kitchen Manager Operator to lead our operation, serving up delicious, scratch-made food to the community. As Kitchen Manager Operator in Bethlehem, PA, you’ll own all aspects of the kitchen and restaurant — driving food quality, labor cost, team development, and delivering consistent execution that drives guest loyalty.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, hire, train, and motivate a kitchen team to deliver outstanding food quality, speed, and consistency
• Own daily operations, including prep schedules, line setup, opening/closing procedures, and enforcing brand standards
• Drive profitability through portion control, waste reduction, inventory management, ordering, and labor scheduling
• Maintain high standards of quality, cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation — lead by example on the line
• Manage inventory, ordering, and COGS with accuracy; partner with GM on P&L goals
• Build kitchen culture, coach performance, train cross-functionally, and develop future culinary leaders

We're looking for:

• 4+ years of restaurant kitchen management experience, preferably in fast casual or high-volume QSR
• Proven ownership of kitchen P&L: food cost, labor, waste, inventory
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Not afraid to get their hands dirty — working chef mentality
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Passion for serving fresh, delicious food and developing people

What we offer:

• Competitive salary $60,000 – $70,000 + benefits package
• Bonus/incentive opportunities + other perks
• Clear opportunities for growth and development
• Dynamic team environment with a focus on fun and success

Ready to lead our kitchen as Kitchen Manager Operator in Bethlehem, PA?

Company Description

Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality has established itself as a premier recruiting partner for the hospitality and restaurant management industry, consistently connecting top-tier talent with exceptional career opportunities and supporting employers in building high‐performing leadership teams. With deep industry expertise and a nationwide recruiting network, Gecko delivers tailored, people‐focused hiring solutions that drive meaningful organizational impact.

Our professional recruiters bring a distinct advantage: they are former senior hospitality leaders who have managed operations, led teams, and delivered excellence across restaurants, hotels, private clubs, and other hospitality environments. This firsthand experience enables us to identify and engage candidates who are not only highly qualified but well‐equipped to excel in demanding leadership roles — from general managers and executive chefs to COOs and HR directors.

With more than 25 years of recruiting experience and over 45,000 successful placements across all 50 states and Canada, Gecko Hospitality has earned a reputation for integrity, credibility, and consistent results. Our core values — community, integrity, excellence, credibility, and passion — guide every interaction with both clients and candidates.

At Gecko Hospitality, we do more than fill positions. We create long‐term success for professionals and organizations by delivering strategic recruitment solutions that strengthen teams and elevate the hospitality industry as a whole.

Company Description

Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality has established itself as a premier recruiting partner for the hospitality and restaurant management industry, consistently connecting top-tier talent with exceptional career opportunities and supporting employers in building high‐performing leadership teams. With deep industry expertise and a nationwide recruiting network, Gecko delivers tailored, people‐focused hiring solutions that drive meaningful organizational impact.\r\n \r\nOur professional recruiters bring a distinct advantage: they are former senior hospitality leaders who have managed operations, led teams, and delivered excellence across restaurants, hotels, private clubs, and other hospitality environments. This firsthand experience enables us to identify and engage candidates who are not only highly qualified but well‐equipped to excel in demanding leadership roles — from general managers and executive chefs to COOs and HR directors.\r\n \r\nWith more than 25 years of recruiting experience and over 45,000 successful placements across all 50 states and Canada, Gecko Hospitality has earned a reputation for integrity, credibility, and consistent results. Our core values — community, integrity, excellence, credibility, and passion — guide every interaction with both clients and candidates.\r\n \r\nAt Gecko Hospitality, we do more than fill positions. We create long‐term success for professionals and organizations by delivering strategic recruitment solutions that strengthen teams and elevate the hospitality industry as a whole.