Executive Chef - Farm-to-Table Leadership

Gecko Hospitality (Corporate); Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Gecko Hospitality (Corporate) is seeking an experienced Executive Chef for a high-volume, scratch-kitchen concept on the Main Line in Wayne, PA. You will lead culinary operations, drive menu development, and mentor a talented team in a community-focused environment.

We value sustainable sourcing, creative American cuisine, and hands-on leadership with a focus on guest satisfaction and financial performance. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as Executive Chef or senior sous chef in a full-service, upscale casual / farm-to-table setting.
• Proven background in high-volume, scratch-cooking environments.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to control food and labor costs while maintaining quality.
• Passion for sustainable sourcing and seasonal cooking.

Responsibilities

• Lead Back of House operations, menu development, and quality control.
• Create seasonal, farm-to-table menus utilizing local ingredients.
• Manage food cost, labor cost, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to meet financial goals.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and retain a strong culinary team; foster a positive, professional culture.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with FOH leadership and ownership to drive guest satisfaction and business success.
• Maintain excellence during high-volume service.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Cost control

High-volume kitchen

Sustainability

Quality standards

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Gecko Hospitality (Corporate) is seeking an experienced Executive Chef for a high-volume, scratch-kitchen concept on the Main Line in Wayne, PA. You will lead culinary operations, drive menu development, and mentor a talented team in a community-focused environment.

We value sustainable sourcing, creative American cuisine, and hands-on leadership with a focus on guest satisfaction and financial performance. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.