Head Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Head Chef

Upscale Restaurant – Lexington, MA

We’re on the hunt for an experienced Head Chef with exceptional leadership and team-building skills to guide our talented hospitality team to success. If you have a passion for scratch-made food, creating memorable experiences, and leading a motivated culinary team, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our upscale concept in Lexington, MA

Our mission is to inspire, care for, and connect with every person, neighborhood, and city we touch. Through our food, passion, and culture, we aim to create a unique dining experience that leaves a lasting impression. From our handcrafted dishes to our welcoming atmosphere, we take pride in every detail. If you’re ready to lead this incredible concept, apply now for our Head Chef role in Lexington, MA

Position – Head Chef

Job Description :

We are seeking a Head Chef who brings a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and a passion for leading high-volume, full-service scratch kitchens. Our ideal candidate will be skilled at creating a cohesive, high-performing culinary team through recruitment, training, and mentorship, all while maintaining the highest food quality standards.

Responsibilities include overseeing daily kitchen operations, driving profitability through cost analysis, and ensuring a seamless execution of our scratch-made menu. You'll need a deep understanding of P&L, sanitation protocols, and equipment maintenance. Strong communication and delegation skills are essential to maintaining efficiency and upholding our strict standards.

The right candidate thrives in a sophisticated yet approachable environment, delivering exceptional customer experiences with every dish.

Benefits

• Competitive Starting Salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• No Late-Night Hours

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager in a full-service, scratch kitchen environment.
• Expertise in scratch cooking (we make everything in-house, including dressings and sauces—there’s no freezer on-site!).
• Strong organizational and communication skills with great attention to detail.
• Leadership skills with the ability to recruit, train, and motivate a high-performing team.
• Ability to manage food preparation and presentation while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Knowledge of P&L and food cost management.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office and POS systems).
• Must be excited and passionate about the food served.
• This role emphasizes operational management over creative input; we’re looking for a leader, not a restaurant owner or creative chef.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic team that values quality above all else. With no late-night hours, competitive benefits, and a focus on scratch cooking, this is an opportunity to lead a kitchen you can take pride in.

Apply Now – Head Chef position in Lexington, MA

Company Description

Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2025 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of restaurant, catering, grocery store, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare food service, K-12 food service and higher education food service positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.

With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.

Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From fast food to fine dining and grocery stores to senior living, Gecko recruit’s chef and management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.

Company Description

Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2025 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of restaurant, catering, grocery store, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare food service, K-12 food service and higher education food service positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.\r\n\r\nWith Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.\r\n\r\nOur national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From fast food to fine dining and grocery stores to senior living, Gecko recruit’s chef and management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.