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Executive Chef

Executive Chef

Gecko Hospitality • Millbury, MA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Executive Chef - New Restaurant Opening

Location: Millbury, MA

Compensation: $95,000–$105,000 annually + 20% Bonus & Comprehensive Benefits

We are launching a new, inspired Italian restaurant in Millbury, MA, and are seeking a dynamic Executive Chef to lead our culinary team. Our concept is centered on fresh, simple ingredients and distinct, traditional cooking techniques. The menu will feature Italian classics, wood-fired pizzas, fresh salads, and signature entrees.

Our brand is built on delivering an unparalleled dining experience that combines exceptional meals with phenomenal service. We are a 100% employee-owned company, which means our commitment to our guests is unwavering. Our dedicated professionals are not just staff; they are partners invested in our shared success.

We invite you to join us as the Executive Chef and lead our unique brand of Italian hospitality.

About the Position

As the Executive Chef, you will spearhead all culinary operations for our new high-volume Italian restaurant. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will drive culinary excellence, operational efficiency, and profitability while mentoring a talented kitchen team. You will be responsible for fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration, ensuring consistency in both food quality and service from day one.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operational Leadership: Direct all kitchen operations, from food preparation to final plating, in a high-volume environment.
  • Financial Management: Oversee labor, food costs, inventory, and budgeting to achieve financial targets and maximize profitability.
  • Culinary Innovation: Lead menu development and engineering, balancing creativity with cost-effectiveness and guest preferences.
  • Team Development: Recruit, train, and mentor the culinary staff, promoting a positive, productive, and collaborative work culture.
  • Quality Assurance: Enforce strict safety, sanitation, and quality standards, ensuring compliance with all health regulations.

About You

You are a seasoned culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. Your leadership style inspires and motivates your team, and you are as dedicated to the guest experience as you are to the art of cooking. You see challenges as opportunities and are excited by the prospect of building a culinary destination from the ground up.

Qualifications

  • Experience: 3–5 years as an Executive Chef in a high-volume, full-service dining concept. Experience with Italian cuisine is highly preferred.
  • Education: A degree in Culinary Arts or an equivalent proven track record of success.
  • Skills: Exceptional communication, leadership, organization, and cost-control abilities.
  • Flexibility: Willingness to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the business.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Salary: $95,000–$105,000 annually
  • Performance Bonus: Eligibility for a lucrative bonus program (up to 20%).
  • Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, holiday, and personal/sick day policies.
  • Comprehensive Health: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Financial Security: Life and disability insurance.
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a company match.
  • Perks: Employee dining discounts across all our locations.

Join an Employee-Owned Company

We are proud to be 100% Employee-Owned. Joining our team is more than a job—it's an opportunity to become an owner. We invest in our employees because they invest their talent and energy in us. Become part of one of New England's strongest hospitality teams, where our common goal is simple: making people happy through exceptional food and teamwork.

Ready to lead our new kitchen? Apply today.

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