Executive Chef and Operations Manager

1 week ago


Aurora, Colorado, United States Gecko Hospitality Full time

We are Gecko Hospitality, a young and growing restaurant concept that combines a love for the mountains with traditional filling meals. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, we have established ourselves as a national concept known for our high-quality restaurants and commitment to local community involvement.

As a Restaurant Kitchen Manager at Gecko Hospitality, you will be responsible for leading our back-of-house team in Aurora and creating an exceptional dining experience for our guests. This includes training and educating all kitchen members on our company's culture, philosophies, standards, and operations.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Maintaining food costs and labor costs within budget
  • Constantly training Team Members on cost control
  • Attending weekly management meetings
  • BUILDING teamwork among Team Members and Managers
  • CREATING a fun and energetic environment
  • Ensuring efficient ordering and inventory management
  • Preparing and serving food according to recipe and presentation standards

In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you can expect a competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience. Our benefits package includes:

  • Industry Leading Compensation
  • Quarterly Bonus Structure
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
  • 401(K)
  • Paid Vacation

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum of 3+ years current experience as a Restaurant Kitchen Manager in a Full Service concept
  • High volume background; must have Restaurant Kitchen Manager experience in restaurants doing over $3 million in sales per year
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Outstanding work ethic and drive to succeed
  • Hands-on experience with hiring, training, and developing hourly employees
  • Ability to maintain high levels of food quality, consistency, and hygiene
  • Proficiency with financials (P&Ls, inventory, food/labor cost, etc.)


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