Executive Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Executive Chef

Location: Washington, DC Area
Salary: $90,000 - $105,000

Availability: Immediate

We are actively sourcing an Executive Chef for a rapidly expanding, multi-concept restaurant group in the Washington, DC area. This immediately available position places you at the helm of a high-volume scratch kitchen. You will lead the culinary operations for a highly anticipated new unit opening. We need a proven culinary leader with premium casual or casual-themed dining experience to drive back-of-house (BOH) excellence and deliver consistent, high-quality results.

As the Executive Chef, you will direct a $5 million culinary operation. You will manage and mentor a BOH team of 30 to 40 employees, including Sous Chefs and Assistant Kitchen Managers (AKMs). Your leadership will provide operational stability and ensure precise food execution from day one. Candidates with successful New Restaurant Opening (NRO) experience have a distinct advantage.

 

Core Responsibilities

• Direct all daily kitchen operations to ensure seamless service and superior food quality.
• Spearhead the new unit opening, establishing BOH systems, training protocols, and production schedules.
• Manage a team of 30 to 40 culinary professionals, developing Sous Chefs and AKMs through continuous coaching.
• Oversee inventory management, portion control, and waste reduction to consistently hit food cost targets.
• Enforce strict compliance with local health department regulations, sanitation standards, and food safety protocols.
• Maintain peak operational efficiency during high-volume services within a demanding scratch kitchen environment.

 

Qualifications

• Extensive Executive Chef experience within premium casual or casual-themed restaurant concepts.
• Deep expertise operating high-volume, 100% scratch kitchens.
• Proven track record managing $5M+ culinary operations and large BOH teams.
• Previous new unit opening (NRO) experience is highly preferred.
• Strong financial acumen to manage kitchen labor and food costs effectively.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills to build a cohesive, retention-focused BOH culture.

 

Compensation & Benefits

We provide our culinary leaders with the resources and rewards they deserve to succeed.

• Competitive base salary ranging from $90,000 to $105,000.
• Extensive health and wellness benefits program.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to support your lifestyle.
• Immediate availability to start and make an impact.

How to Apply

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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.