Culinary Manager – Premium Butcher Shop

Cornelius, NC | Salary: up to $65,000 + Bonus | No Late Nights

Lead a One-of-a-Kind Culinary Concept in Cornelius, NC

Are you a Culinary Manager, Kitchen Manager, or Chef ready to step into a leadership role with better hours, strong systems, and real growth potential?

We are hiring a Culinary Manager in Cornelius, NC to lead a premium butcher shop, gourmet prepared foods program, and modern wine bar. This is a rare opportunity to move beyond traditional restaurant hours while still operating at a high culinary level.

Apply confidentially: kimber@geckohospitality.com

Why This Culinary Manager Role Stands Out

Competitive Salary: Up to $65,000 (based on experience)
Quarterly Bonus Potential tied to performance
No Late Nights / Better Work-Life Balance
Growth Opportunity within a stable, expanding concept
High-Quality Environment: Premium proteins, curated wine program, elevated guest experience
People-First Culture with strong leadership support

Your Role as Culinary Manager

As the Culinary Manager, you will oversee both culinary and retail operations, driving execution, team performance, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead all back-of-house operations, including food production and meat fabrication
Oversee wine bar and retail operations to ensure seamless guest experiences
Manage P&L performance, including labor, inventory, and COGS
Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing culinary team
Maintain food safety, sanitation, and compliance standards (ServSafe preferred)
Deliver consistent quality, presentation, and execution standards
Drive guest satisfaction, repeat business, and online reputation

What We’re Looking For

2+ years of experience as a Culinary Manager, Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Chef
Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, and kitchen systems
Experience with high-quality ingredients, scratch kitchens, or premium products
Meat cutting or butcher experience is a strong plus
Background in retail, grocery, or hybrid concepts is highly preferred
Proven leadership skills with the ability to coach, train, and build culture
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities