Executive Chef – Ultra Luxury Resort, Saratoga, WY

Salary: Up to $110,000, open for negotiation with the right candidate. This position is also eligible for a 12.5% annual service fee payout and an additional 12.5% short-term incentive bonus.

About the Opportunity

Gecko Hospitality is conducting a search for an Executive Chef on behalf of an ultra luxury resort property in Saratoga, Wyoming. This is a senior culinary leadership role at a destination property that draws guests who expect a genuinely exceptional dining experience.

If you've led a high-end kitchen, take ownership of your product, and know how to build a team that performs consistently at a high level, we'd like to talk.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Leading all culinary operations for the resort, including menu development, food quality, kitchen standards, and cost controls
• Overseeing a team of culinary professionals across meal periods and outlets
• Managing food and labor costs with a working knowledge of financial statements and forecasting
• Driving the creative direction of the menu while maintaining consistency in execution
• Partnering with front of house leadership to ensure a seamless guest experience
• Upholding the resort's standards for service, presentation, and hospitality at every level

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of two years of experience as an Executive Chef or in a comparable senior culinary leadership role
• Experience in a luxury, fine dining, or resort environment strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a culinary team
• Strong understanding of BOH operations including food cost management, ordering, and scheduling
• Comfort working in a seasonal, high-expectation environment with a genuine service mindset
• Ownership mentality and a growth-oriented approach to the role

Housing

On-site housing may be available at $450 to $650 per month for individual candidates.

How to Apply

Apply with your resume and include details on the type of restaurants you've led, average covers per meal period, the size of your team, and a sense of what you've built or contributed creatively. All inquiries are kept confidential.