Executive Chef

Gecko Hospitality (Corporate); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income

401 (k) Retirement Plan

FREE onsite Parking

Job summary

A leading hospitality management company is seeking an Executive Chef for a luxury hotel in downtown Boston. This role involves overseeing all culinary operations, driving menu development, and managing a diverse culinary team. Candidates should have over 5 years of culinary leadership experience and strong banquet production expertise. A competitive salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in full-service hotels or high-volume restaurants.
• Proven ability to manage food and labor costs, purchasing, and inventory.
• Experience leading and developing culinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations for the hotel’s restaurant and event kitchens.
• Drive menu development and craft seasonal a la carte menus.
• Build and mentor the culinary team.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu engineering

Food safety knowledge

Team management

Cost control

Creativity in menu development

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Executive Chef opportunity at a 390-room luxury branded hotel in downtown Boston. Join a progressive hospitality management company with brand support, capital resources, and clear career advancement pathways.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations: oversee the hotel’s restaurant, bar, in-room dining, and banquet/event kitchens
• Drive menu development: craft seasonal a la carte menus and creative banquet offerings that fit the brand and the Boston market
• Own banquet excellence: delivering high-quality plated and buffet experiences for corporate meetings, social events, and VIP groups
• Build and mentor the team: recruit, train, schedule, and develop a diverse culinary team, fostering a positive, learning-first culture
• Champion quality and consistency: set standards, conduct tastings, and ensure flawless execution for every service period and event
• Manage financial performance: forecast, control food and labor costs, optimize purchasing, and hit budget and GOP targets
• Ensure safety and compliance: maintain strict sanitation, HACCP, and brand standards; lead health inspection readiness
• Partner across the hotel: collaborate with F&B, Catering Sales, Events, and Front Office to deliver seamless guest experiences
• Vendor and sourcing strategy: negotiate with suppliers, manage inventories, reduce waste, and support sustainable practices where possible
• Lead by example and be present on the line during peak periods and tastings; inspire a culture of hospitality and accountability

Qualifications

• 5 years’ minimum progressive culinary leadership experience in full-service hotels or high-volume restaurants with banquet exposure
• Strong a la carte and banquet production expertise, including menu engineering and event execution for groups of varying sizes
• Proven ability to manage food and labor costs, purchasing, and inventory with attention to detail
• Experience leading and developing culinary teams; clear communicator who coaches and holds standards
• Solid knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements; ServSafe Manager or equivalent preferred
• High level of organization, composure under pressure, and a hands-on leadership style
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Competitive base salary + 30% bonus potential
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401 (k) Retirement Plan
• FREE onsite Parking!

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Hospitality, Hotels and Motels, and Restaurants

Inferred from the description for this job: Medical insurance; Vision insurance; 401(k); Disability insurance

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