Executive Chef – Rogers, Arkansas

Gecko Hospitality is now searching for an experienced and motivated Executive Chef in the Rogers area for a New Restaurant Opening! The ideal Executive Chef is a detail-oriented, communicative, and visionary leader who excels in culinary excellence, team development, and back-of-house management.

About The Company: Our mission is to empower our people, enrich the community, and provide exceptional hospitality. This is achieved through internal collaboration, where team members come together to innovate and improve experiences for everyone involved. At its core, our culture values kindness, respect, and internal hospitality, which guides our interactions.

Responsibilities:

• Detail-oriented and committed to excellence in culinary operations
• Excellent communication skills to lead and collaborate with the team
• Accountable for all culinary aspects of the business including recipe and menu development
• Recruiting, training, and developing a high-performing culinary team
• Maintaining consistently excellent cuisine and presentation
• Ensuring team compliance with safety and health standards
• Managing back-of-house administrative and financial duties

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: up to $90,000
• Bonus Potential
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3-5 years current experience as an Executive Chef; steakhouse background strongly preferred
• High volume background - must have Executive Chef experience in establishments doing over $3 million in sales per year
• 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 candidates must be proficient with financials (P&L's, inventory, food/labor cost, etc.)
• Must be able to train out of state for this position

Apply Now – Executive Chef located in Rogers, Arkansas!

For immediate consideration, e-mail your resume to jacob@geckohospitality.com.