Executive Chef – Iowa Favorite – High Volume

Location: Des Moines, IA

Salary: 100k/year - 110k/year

Posted Date: 04.17.2025

Employment Type: Permanent

Job ID: 3164262

Job Description

Executive Chef

Immediate Need - Iowa Favorite

Des Moines

Pay starting at 100k


Our Company is actively seeking the best possible Executive Chef in the Des Moines, area! In the past 15 years we have been redefining outstanding food and service in the industry. We take pride in every aspect of our restaurants, from the décor to the made-from-scratch entrees. Our goal is to make everyone feel welcome for any occasion. With an extensive wine list and an evolving menu, we’ ve become a favorite place to eat among our restaurants across the Midwest. We’ve received numerous customer service awards over the years, and our success wouldn’t have been possible without our team members. To be the Executive Chef of our Des Moines location, apply today by sending your updated resume to jcameron@geckohospitality.com!


The Executive Chef will assist in selecting, training and coaching the culinary staff. A Executive Chef often acts as the intermediary between the front and back of the house, so strong leadership and communication abilities are a must. Our ideal candidate will have outstanding problem-solving abilities and the ability to quickly adjust to changing situations. Our Executive Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef and become familiar with administrative duties and cost control practices to expand knowledge and the ability to grow your career. $7M restaurant, 3 meal periods, still 90% from scratch kitchen, catering and banquet experience (On and Off Sight). 


Benefits:

•             401k

•             Performance Based Incentives

•             Career Advancement

•             Paid Vacation

•             Competitive Pay

•             Work & Life Balance

•             Apply today to learn more about this Sous Chef position!


Qualifications:

•             Minimum of 2+ years current experience as a Sous Chef in a high volume (over $3m per year in sales) Full Service or Upscale Casual concept

•             Ability to maintain high levels of food quality, consistency, and hygiene

•             Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

•             Hands-on with hiring, training, and developing hourly employees

•             Excellent work ethic and drive to succeed

•             Executive Chef must be proficient with financials (P&L's, inventory, food/labor cost, etc.)


Apply Now - Executive Chef located in Des Moines, Iowa! Simply send your updated resume to jcameron@geckohospitality.com to begin interviewing for this fabulous opportunity.


https://www.geckohospitality.com/job/3164262-executive-chef-des-moines-ia/



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