Gecko Hospitality

Chef Operator/GM | Growing Fast Casual Restaurant | Philadelphia, PA $80-85K+

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $85,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
Comprehensive health insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) program
Phone Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Complimentary daily meals
short-term disability

Job Description

Our client is a distinguished restaurant organization located in Philadelphia, PA, known for its commitment to culinary excellence and innovation. This establishment prides itself on creating vibrant dining experiences through a scratch-based kitchen model that embraces high-quality, real food prepared with passion and precision. The restaurant utilizes a traditional brigade system, providing an organized and efficient structure that promotes teamwork, skill development, and operational success. The company values employee growth, continuous learning, and fostering a collaborative culture that empowers staff at all levels to contribute meaningfully to the guest experience and the business's overall performance.

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Job Requirements

  • A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in kitchen or operational restaurant management
  • Valid Department of Health and/or ServSafe certification
  • Physical ability to meet the position’s requirements including lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple variables to find optimal solutions
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Commitment to professional improvement and continuous learning
  • Willingness to be hands-on and assist wherever necessary

Job Qualifications

  • A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in kitchen or operational restaurant management
  • A passion for high-quality real food and the leadership skills to operate a scratch-based dynamic kitchen
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team
  • Excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail
  • Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate multiple digital ordering systems
  • Adeptness at learning and systematically working with new technological platforms
  • Familiarity with restaurant costing and inventory software
  • A valid Department of Health and/or ServSafe certification

Job Duties

  • Be responsible for the entire restaurant operation including P&L management food cost control labor efficiency guest experience and top-line sales growth
  • Collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine on quality assurance processes and use guest feedback to generate actionable insights
  • Manage new initiatives and launches within the restaurant fostering an entrepreneurial spirit within your team
  • Monitor operational flow ensuring culinary and Department of Health standards are consistently met
  • Manage and troubleshoot all issues with technology systems and off-site ordering platforms
  • Serve as the face of hospitality interacting with guests and delivery drivers to provide exceptional service and training your team to do the same
  • Ensure all employee relations matters including performance discussions are properly documented and communicated to HR
  • Manage recruitment for your restaurant by proactively interviewing hiring and onboarding new team members
  • Review and collaborate on people development with the Field Leadership team to create thoughtful succession plans
  • Communicate daily updates and goals to your team through various channels including pre-shift meetings
  • Strictly uphold all anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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