Executive Chef – New Restaurant Opening

Location: Glendale, AZ

Salary: 75k/year - 90k/year

Posted Date: 07.14.2025

Employment Type: Permanent

Job ID: 3329493

Job Description

Job Title: Executive Chef

Concept Type: New Restaurant Opening

Location: Glendale, AZ

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year

Are you ready to lead and inspire? We're offering an exciting opportunity to join a thriving new restaurant in Glendale, AZ. Our team values innovation, collaboration, and a dedication to culinary excellence while fostering a people-first culture. Within this newly opening concept, you'll find an inclusive environment, where professional growth and work-life balance are priorities.


Job Qualifications

As our Executive Chef, you'll bring:

  • A bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Restaurant Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5-7 years of culinary management experience in high-volume operations.
  • Proven leadership capabilities, including staff hiring, training, performance evaluation, and team building.
  • Strong knowledge of food trends, quality standards, sanitation, food cost control, and artistic presentations.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills, fostering a positive work community.
  • A strong ability to adapt, build strategy, and oversee kitchen operations effectively.


Job Responsibilities

As the Executive Chef in Glendale, AZ, you'll:

  • Lead all culinary operations for the restaurant.
  • Develop and manage an effective kitchen budget aligned with operational objectives.
  • Create and implement menus, recipes, and culinary presentations that reflect the restaurant's concept.
  • Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
  • Organize and direct kitchen staffing, training, and scheduling to achieve operational goals.
  • Maintain high standards of food quality, service, and cost-efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot operational challenges and initiate improvement strategies.
  • Ensure proper maintenance of kitchen equipment and overall functionality in the kitchen.


Company Benefits

By joining as an Executive Chef in Glendale, AZ, you'll enjoy:

  • Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement.
  • Comprehensive PPO Medical and Dental insurance.
  • Vision coverage through VSP.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Life insurance for added security.
  • Monthly dining allowances.
  • Paid time off (PTO) starting upon hire.
  • A paid sabbatical program to support long-term engagement.


This role as Executive Chef in Glendale, AZ, represents an incredible opportunity for professionals eager to lead in a new restaurant opening. It’s not just about the kitchen—it’s about shaping a culture of culinary excellence and professional community.


Ready to step into this pivotal culinary leadership role? Send your resume to John Wilcoxon and unlock your potential in this rewarding, growth-focused career. John@geckohospitality.com


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