Greg Bozek, CPC
Franchise Partner
Division: Restaurant
U.S. Locations: Michigan, New York (Upstate)
Greg Bozek
Market Partner/Executive Recruiter, Gecko Hospitality
Restaurant Division | Michigan & Upstate New York
Phone: 773-343-9579 | Email: greg@geckohospitality.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregbozek/
Credentials: CPC
About Greg
Greg Bozek is a market partner & restaurant recruiter with Gecko Hospitality serving the Michigan, New York (Upstate) market. Greg’s focus: Restaurant recruiting; relationship-building; sports/entertainment business development background (Michigan, Upstate NY).
Background & Experience
20+ years in people and relationship-building roles; Michigan State University (Advertising & Communications); Technical Recruiter at Aerotek; business and hospitality development with Frankel, Palace Sports & Entertainment (Detroit Pistons), and Olympia Entertainment (Detroit Red Wings); Franchise Owner with Gecko Hospitality.
Areas of Focus
Positions: General Manager and Assistant General Manager; Kitchen Manager and Executive Chef; Multi-unit, area, and district leaders; Director and senior operations roles
Markets served: Michigan, New York (Upstate).
How Greg Evaluates Talent
I look for proven leaders who can add great value for our restaurant partners and ultimately help take their business to the next level. Every candidate is evaluated through the lens of the client’s specific needs, to ensure they are the right fit for the role and an effective addition to the team. Along with identifying leaders who are successful at managing day-to-day operations, I look for people who take ownership, have a high sense of accountability, make those around them better, and deliver measurable results. Consistent and thorough communication is also extremely important, and that starts with the correspondence they have with me and my team.
Greg’s Market Perspective
The Michigan and Upstate New York markets remain strong areas to work in when it comes to the restaurant industry. The need for mid- to high-level managers in both the front of house and back of house has been a consistent one for our restaurant partners. Fast casual, along with full-service family casual on up to finer dining concepts, has had fairly regular openings for strong managers with a proven track record. We are seeing new concepts open up, particularly in the independent upscale casual to finer dining segment, and there has also been a fairly big uptick in new restaurant openings in the fast casual corporate chain sector as well.
Advice
For employers: In an effort to manage expectations and not waste anyone’s time, clearly define your non-negotiables upfront regarding what you are seeking in the candidates you will consider.
For candidates: Do your homework with thorough research on the company prior to your interview, and have some real-life, concrete examples prepared that touch on the qualifications and requirements outlined in the job description you’re interviewing for.
In Greg’s Words
“My passion lies at the intersection of people and purpose, ensuring my client partners are staffed with exceptional restaurant professionals, while helping to enrich the lives of the candidates my team supports in their journey toward meaningful, fulfilling careers.”
Testimonials About Gregs Team
“Working with Gecko Recruiting’s Michigan Team has been a great experience. From day one, their communication has been outstanding, keeping us informed throughout the hiring process and responding quickly to our needs. They have delivered strong candidates in a remarkably short time frame, making a real difference for our fine dining restaurant group.
Amber and Greg have been especially great partners throughout the process. Their follow-up and regular check-ins, even after placements have been made, demonstrate a genuine commitment to both their clients and the long-term success of their candidates. We appreciate their dedication, professionalism, and responsiveness, and highly recommend the Michigan Team at Gecko Recruiting.” – Sarah S. (Satisfied Client)
“Top of the line company, service, responsive, professional, understanding of the employer and employee needs, decanally a great company to relay on any scale when an employee its needed. and of course, Amber is a Star!” – Anthony G. (Successfully Placed Candidate)
“Becky is wonderful and always find me great candidates and prescreens them for me. Thank you” – Adam R. (Satisfied Client)
Greg Bozek, CPC
Franchise Partner
Division: Restaurant
U.S. Locations: Michigan, New York (Upstate)
Greg Bozek
Market Partner/Executive Recruiter, Gecko Hospitality
Restaurant Division | Michigan & Upstate New York
Phone: 773-343-9579 | Email: greg@geckohospitality.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregbozek/
Credentials: CPC
About Greg
Greg Bozek is a market partner & restaurant recruiter with Gecko Hospitality serving the Michigan, New York (Upstate) market. Greg’s focus: Restaurant recruiting; relationship-building; sports/entertainment business development background (Michigan, Upstate NY).
Background & Experience
20+ years in people and relationship-building roles; Michigan State University (Advertising & Communications); Technical Recruiter at Aerotek; business and hospitality development with Frankel, Palace Sports & Entertainment (Detroit Pistons), and Olympia Entertainment (Detroit Red Wings); Franchise Owner with Gecko Hospitality.
Areas of Focus
Positions: General Manager and Assistant General Manager; Kitchen Manager and Executive Chef; Multi-unit, area, and district leaders; Director and senior operations roles
Markets served: Michigan, New York (Upstate).
How Greg Evaluates Talent
I look for proven leaders who can add great value for our restaurant partners and ultimately help take their business to the next level. Every candidate is evaluated through the lens of the client’s specific needs, to ensure they are the right fit for the role and an effective addition to the team. Along with identifying leaders who are successful at managing day-to-day operations, I look for people who take ownership, have a high sense of accountability, make those around them better, and deliver measurable results. Consistent and thorough communication is also extremely important, and that starts with the correspondence they have with me and my team.
Greg’s Market Perspective
The Michigan and Upstate New York markets remain strong areas to work in when it comes to the restaurant industry. The need for mid- to high-level managers in both the front of house and back of house has been a consistent one for our restaurant partners. Fast casual, along with full-service family casual on up to finer dining concepts, has had fairly regular openings for strong managers with a proven track record. We are seeing new concepts open up, particularly in the independent upscale casual to finer dining segment, and there has also been a fairly big uptick in new restaurant openings in the fast casual corporate chain sector as well.
Advice
For employers: In an effort to manage expectations and not waste anyone’s time, clearly define your non-negotiables upfront regarding what you are seeking in the candidates you will consider.
For candidates: Do your homework with thorough research on the company prior to your interview, and have some real-life, concrete examples prepared that touch on the qualifications and requirements outlined in the job description you’re interviewing for.
In Greg’s Words
“My passion lies at the intersection of people and purpose, ensuring my client partners are staffed with exceptional restaurant professionals, while helping to enrich the lives of the candidates my team supports in their journey toward meaningful, fulfilling careers.”
Testimonials About Gregs Team
“Working with Gecko Recruiting’s Michigan Team has been a great experience. From day one, their communication has been outstanding, keeping us informed throughout the hiring process and responding quickly to our needs. They have delivered strong candidates in a remarkably short time frame, making a real difference for our fine dining restaurant group.
Amber and Greg have been especially great partners throughout the process. Their follow-up and regular check-ins, even after placements have been made, demonstrate a genuine commitment to both their clients and the long-term success of their candidates. We appreciate their dedication, professionalism, and responsiveness, and highly recommend the Michigan Team at Gecko Recruiting.” – Sarah S. (Satisfied Client)
“Top of the line company, service, responsive, professional, understanding of the employer and employee needs, decanally a great company to relay on any scale when an employee its needed. and of course, Amber is a Star!” – Anthony G. (Successfully Placed Candidate)
“Becky is wonderful and always find me great candidates and prescreens them for me. Thank you” – Adam R. (Satisfied Client)