Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Team

Gecko Hospitality; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Insurance Benefits

401(K)

Paid Time Off

Thorough and Ongoing Training

Job summary

Gecko Hospitality invites applications for an Executive Chef role in Cincinnati, OH. The Executive Chef will lead a polished culinary team, set high standards, and ensure superb tasting menus while upholding strict food safety guidelines.

The successful candidate will manage costs, develop staff, and drive culinary excellence with strong vendor relations and P&L understanding. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity in a competitive hospitality market.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of high-volume kitchen management experience.
• Experience creating a safe work environment with teamwork and professional development.
• Proven cost control across food, labor and beverage to run a profitable operation.
• Ability to handle stress in a productive way.
• Ability to delegate while maintaining control.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of culinary professionals and set high standards.
• Produce great tasting food while following strict food safety guidelines.
• Communicate with vendors to obtain fresh ingredients at best prices.
• Perform cost analysis and contribute to P&L management.

Skills

High-volume kitchen management

Team leadership & development

Cost control (food, labor, beverage)

Stress management

Delegation

Job description

Gecko Hospitality invites applications for an Executive Chef role in Cincinnati, OH. The Executive Chef will lead a polished culinary team, set high standards, and ensure superb tasting menus while upholding strict food safety guidelines.

The successful candidate will manage costs, develop staff, and drive culinary excellence with strong vendor relations and P&L understanding. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity in a competitive hospitality market.