Executive Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Executive Chef – Atlanta GA
Base Salary: $85,000 – $105,000 per year + Excellent Benefits + Career Growth

Are you an accomplished culinary leader ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at one of our premier restaurant locations in Atlanta GA . This is an outstanding opportunity to join a rapidly growing company that values innovation, leadership, and promoting from within.

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional food, developing talented teams, and driving operational excellence, we want to hear from you. Join us in Atlanta GA and become part of a company where your success is recognized and rewarded.

What You'll Do

• Lead all back-of-house operations with a focus on quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
• Manage food and labor costs while maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and company standards.
• Create a positive, team-oriented culture focused on excellence and accountability.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of Executive Chef or senior kitchen leadership experience.
• High-volume restaurant experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building abilities.
• Proven success managing food cost, labor cost, and inventory.
• Passion for delivering outstanding food and memorable guest experiences.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $85,000–$105,000 per year
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Ongoing leadership development and professional training
• Strong work-life balance
• Exceptional advancement opportunities with a fast-growing company that promotes from within

If you're looking for an exciting Executive Chef opportunity in Atlanta GA , this is your chance to make a lasting impact with a company that is expanding and investing in its people. Build your future with us in Atlanta GA , where your leadership and culinary expertise will be valued, appreciated, and rewarded.

Apply today to begin your next chapter in Atlanta GA !

\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.