Executive Chef | Great Quality of Life | Salary to $140,000

Gecko Hospitality is now searching for an experienced and motivated Executive Chef in Denver! The ideal Executive Chef is a hands-on, positive leader who drives kitchen excellence through strong culinary management, team development, operational organization, and unwavering commitment to food quality and consistency.

About The Company: Our dedication to quality and innovation is evident with our well-known menu and carefully curated wine list. Renowned for luxury and exceptional service, our restaurant appeals to connoisseurs and food enthusiasts seeking sophistication. Hand-selecting and expertly preparing each entrée ensures a visit filled with elegance, indulgence, and memorable dining experiences at our premier destination. It’s no wonder we are regularly recognized as one of the best restaurants in the entire Denver area.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all back-of-house operations while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• Recruit, train, and develop culinary staff while fostering a positive, team-focused environment.
• Implement new menu items, policies, and procedures, ensuring strict recipe adherence and top-tier food quality.
• Manage ordering, inventory, scheduling, and strong communication between front and back of house.
• Modernize the menu through from-scratch quarterly specials and innovative culinary updates.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: up to $140,000
• Bonus Potential
• Medical Insurance with 80% covered by the company
• Dental Insurance with 80% covered by the company
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years current experience as an Executive Chef in an upscale or Fine Dining restaurant; steakhouse background strongly preferred
• Must have prior Executive Chef experience in a steakhouse to be considered for this position
• Culinary Degree preferred
• High volume background - must have Executive Chef experience in establishments doing over $8-10 million in sales per year
• Ability to maintain high levels of food quality, consistency, and hygiene
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Excellent work ethic and drive to succeed
• Executive Chef candidates must be proficient with financials (P&L's, inventory, food/labor cost, etc.)
• Previous experience with menu writing and costing

Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality has established itself as a premier recruiting partner for the hospitality and restaurant management industry, consistently connecting top-tier talent with exceptional career opportunities and supporting employers in building high‐performing leadership teams. With deep industry expertise and a nationwide recruiting network, Gecko delivers tailored, people‐focused hiring solutions that drive meaningful organizational impact.

Our professional recruiters bring a distinct advantage: they are former senior hospitality leaders who have managed operations, led teams, and delivered excellence across restaurants, hotels, private clubs, and other hospitality environments. This firsthand experience enables us to identify and engage candidates who are not only highly qualified but well‐equipped to excel in demanding leadership roles — from general managers and executive chefs to COOs and HR directors.

With more than 25 years of recruiting experience and over 45,000 successful placements across all 50 states and Canada, Gecko Hospitality has earned a reputation for integrity, credibility, and consistent results. Our core values — community, integrity, excellence, credibility, and passion — guide every interaction with both clients and candidates.

At Gecko Hospitality, we do more than fill positions. We create long‐term success for professionals and organizations by delivering strategic recruitment solutions that strengthen teams and elevate the hospitality industry as a whole.