Restaurant Kitchen Manager | Salary to $80,000

Job Description

Job Description

Gecko Hospitality is now searching for an experienced and motivated Restaurant Kitchen Manager in the Aurora area. The ideal Restaurant Kitchen Manager is a culinary-focused leader who drives innovation, improves operational efficiency and profitability, develops and implements new menu concepts, and ensures consistent food quality through effective training and execution.

About The Company: When our first restaurant opened more than 30 years ago, our goal was to raise the bar in casual dining by focusing on scratch-made food and memorable guest experiences. That commitment has fueled our growth from a single location to restaurants nationwide, with continued expansion ahead. As we grow, we’re actively seeking talented Restaurant Managers who are eager to develop their careers with a company that values quality and opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement innovative menu concepts and recipes that drive sales, efficiency, market share, and profitability
• Lead the rollout of new and revised menu items while ensuring consistent execution and high food quality
• Analyze food costs and product formulations to improve cost-effectiveness and overall operational performance
• Partner with Training and Operations to train restaurant teams and ensure consistent communication of current product, recipe, and equipment procedures

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary : up to $80,000
• Day One Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401k
• Paid Vacation
• Strong Bonus Potential
• Wellness Benefits

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3+ years of current salaried Restaurant Kitchen/BOH Manager experience at a Full Service concept
• High volume background – must have Restaurant Manager experience in establishments doing over $3 million per year in sales
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Hands-on with hiring, training, and developing hourly employees
• Ability to maintain high levels of food quality, consistency, and hygiene
• Restaurant Kitchen Manager candidates must be proficient with financials (P&L's, inventory, food/labor cost, etc.)
• Excellent work ethic and drive to succeed

\nCompany 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.