Executive Chef — Creative Ownership, Daytime Hours

Gecko Hospitality; Arizona; On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Daytime schedule

Brand-new kitchen

Creative autonomy

Private club culture

Job summary

Gecko Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef in Maricopa, AZ for daytime hours (8 AM–5 PM) to lead a brand-new private club culinary program. You will have full creative ownership, shaping menus, events, and service standards in a high-end environment.

The role requires 5+ years as an Executive Chef in similar settings, with hands-on leadership, strong financial acumen, and ServSafe or equivalent credentials. A unique opportunity to build a standout culinary program with impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef in high-end private clubs, resorts, or fine dining.
• Proven ability to design and execute refined à la carte menus from concept to plate.
• Strong background in event catering with multi-format service execution.
• Hands-on leadership with daily kitchen involvement and team development.

Responsibilities

• Hold complete creative authority over menu development and execution.
• Direct all culinary operations in a brand-new, state-of-the-art kitchen.
• Drive elevated dining standards to meet club member expectations.
• Deliver consistent à la carte dining daily and plan private events.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, purchasing, and vendor relations.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and quality controls at all times.
• Manage food cost controls, inventory, and ordering to meet targets.
• Build and retain a skilled culinary team aligned with club culture.

Skills

Executive leadership

Menu development

Event catering

Culinary standards

Food cost management

Team mentorship

ServSafe certified

Operations management

Multi-priority management

Job description

Gecko Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef in Maricopa, AZ for daytime hours (8 AM–5 PM) to lead a brand-new private club culinary program. You will have full creative ownership, shaping menus, events, and service standards in a high-end environment.

The role requires 5+ years as an Executive Chef in similar settings, with hands-on leadership, strong financial acumen, and ServSafe or equivalent credentials. A unique opportunity to build a standout culinary program with impact.