About this opportunity
Gecko Hospitality (Corporate) lists this Executive Chef opportunity in boston, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Executive Chef opportunity at a 390-room luxury branded hotel in downtown Boston. Join a progressive hospitality management company with brand support, capital resources, and clear career advancement pathways.
Base pay range
$120,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Lead all culinary operations: oversee the hotel’s restaurant, bar, in-room dining, and banquet/event kitchens
Drive menu development: craft seasonal a la carte menus and creative banquet offerings that fit the brand and the Boston market
Own banquet excellence: delivering high-quality plated and buffet experiences for corporate meetings, social events, and VIP groups
Build and mentor the team: recruit, train, schedule, and develop a diverse culinary team, fostering a positive, learning-first culture
Champion quality and consistency: set standards, conduct tastings, and ensure flawless execution for every service period and event
Manage financial performance: forecast, control food and labor costs, optimize purchasing, and hit budget and GOP targets
Ensure safety and compliance: maintain strict sanitation, HACCP, and brand standards; lead health inspection readiness
Partner across the hotel: collaborate with F&B, Catering Sales, Events, and Front Office to deliver seamless guest experiences
Vendor and sourcing strategy: negotiate with suppliers, manage inventories, reduce waste, and support sustainable practices where possible
Lead by example and be present on the line during peak periods and tastings; inspire a culture of hospitality and accountability
Qualifications
5 years’ minimum progressive culinary leadership experience in full-service hotels or high-volume restaurants with banquet exposure
Strong a la carte and banquet production expertise, including menu engineering and event execution for groups of varying sizes
Proven ability to manage food and labor costs, purchasing, and inventory with attention to detail
Experience leading and developing culinary teams; clear communicator who coaches and holds standards
Solid knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements; ServSafe Manager or equivalent preferred
High level of organization, composure under pressure, and a hands-on leadership style
Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
Competitive base salary + 30% bonus potential
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
401 (k) Retirement Plan
FREE onsite Parking!
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management
Industries
Hospitality, Hotels and Motels, and Restaurants
Inferred from the description for this job: Medical insurance; Vision insurance; 401(k); Disability insurance
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Worksite address
boston, MA, 02298, US
Who can apply
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