Executive Chef | Upscale Casual Restaurant | Philadelphia, PA
Company
Gecko Hospitality
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
90K–110K a year
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter
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Job Description
Executive Chef | Upscale Casual Restaurant | Philadelphia, PA
Competitive Salary $90-110k + Bonus + Benefits
About Us
We’re an acclaimed, upscale casual restaurant in Philadelphia, PA known for seasonal, ingredient-focused cuisine and best-in-class hospitality. With a loyal following and a team that takes pride in the craft, we’re looking for an Executive Chef who can lead with vision, discipline, and creativity.
The Role
As Executive Chef, you’ll own the culinary program end-to-end. You’ll set the standard for food, lead and inspire the kitchen team, drive financial performance, and partner with ownership to evolve the brand. This is a high-visibility, high-impact leadership role for a chef ready to put their stamp on one of Philly’s top kitchens.
What You’ll Own
• Team Leadership: Hire, train, mentor, and retain a kitchen team of 20+ — build culture, accountability, and bench strength
• Operations: Oversee all BOH operations including scheduling, purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships
• Financial Performance: Manage food cost, labor, and waste. Own your P&L and hit budgeted targets
• Standards: Ensure flawless execution, consistency, and compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Collaboration: Partner with FOH leadership and ownership on guest experience, private events, and brand growth
What You Bring
• 5+ years as an Executive Chef or 3+ years as a strong Executive Sous/Chef de Cuisine in high-volume, upscale or fine-dining restaurants
• Proven track record of menu development, team building, and financial management
• Exceptional palate, technique, and understanding of modern American + seasonal cuisine
• Strong business acumen — you understand food cost, labor, and how to run a profitable kitchen
• ServSafe Manager certification required; culinary degree preferred but not required if experience proves it
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed — this is an ownership-level role
What We Offer
• Compensation: Competitive base salary + performance bonus, commensurate with experience
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, PTO, dining allowances, and chef perks
• Support: Strong ownership group, tenured FOH leadership, and resources to execute your vision
• Opportunity: Autonomy to lead, create, and grow — both the restaurant and your career
Ready to lead our kitchen?
If you’re interested and qualified for the Executive Chef position in Philadelphia, PA, send your resume and a brief intro to [email protected] with the subject line “Executive Chef – Philadelphia”.
Competitive Salary $90-110k + Bonus + Benefits
About Us
We’re an acclaimed, upscale casual restaurant in Philadelphia, PA known for seasonal, ingredient-focused cuisine and best-in-class hospitality. With a loyal following and a team that takes pride in the craft, we’re looking for an Executive Chef who can lead with vision, discipline, and creativity.
The Role
As Executive Chef, you’ll own the culinary program end-to-end. You’ll set the standard for food, lead and inspire the kitchen team, drive financial performance, and partner with ownership to evolve the brand. This is a high-visibility, high-impact leadership role for a chef ready to put their stamp on one of Philly’s top kitchens.
What You’ll Own
• Team Leadership: Hire, train, mentor, and retain a kitchen team of 20+ — build culture, accountability, and bench strength
• Operations: Oversee all BOH operations including scheduling, purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships
• Financial Performance: Manage food cost, labor, and waste. Own your P&L and hit budgeted targets
• Standards: Ensure flawless execution, consistency, and compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Collaboration: Partner with FOH leadership and ownership on guest experience, private events, and brand growth
What You Bring
• 5+ years as an Executive Chef or 3+ years as a strong Executive Sous/Chef de Cuisine in high-volume, upscale or fine-dining restaurants
• Proven track record of menu development, team building, and financial management
• Exceptional palate, technique, and understanding of modern American + seasonal cuisine
• Strong business acumen — you understand food cost, labor, and how to run a profitable kitchen
• ServSafe Manager certification required; culinary degree preferred but not required if experience proves it
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed — this is an ownership-level role
What We Offer
• Compensation: Competitive base salary + performance bonus, commensurate with experience
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, PTO, dining allowances, and chef perks
• Support: Strong ownership group, tenured FOH leadership, and resources to execute your vision
• Opportunity: Autonomy to lead, create, and grow — both the restaurant and your career
Ready to lead our kitchen?
If you’re interested and qualified for the Executive Chef position in Philadelphia, PA, send your resume and a brief intro to [email protected] with the subject line “Executive Chef – Philadelphia”.
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