Restaurant Culinary Manager - $72k - $75k + Bonus
1 month ago
Nashville
Job Description Restaurant Culinary Manager Nashville, TN We are searching for an experienced Culinary Manager to lead and inspire the kitchen team in our fast-growing and distinctive restaurant brand. Since launching in the early 2000s, we have expanded to nearly 50 locations across 15 states, with plans for further growth. Our commitment to authenticity shines through every dish, as all menu items are crafted from scratch and made-to-order—never pre-made. This dedication has earned us accolades like TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence, a testament to our exceptional hospitality and culinary standards. If you’re a passionate professional with the expertise to manage culinary operations while delivering consistent excellence, this is your opportunity to make an impact. Role Overview The Culinary Manager will oversee all kitchen operations to ensure superior food quality and guest satisfaction. This role includes recruiting, training, and mentoring a skilled kitchen team while maintaining safety, health, and security standards. The position requires a motivated leader who can foster a positive team environment, introduce innovative menu items, and support staff in their professional growth. Key Responsibilities • Manage daily culinary operations, ensuring consistent food preparation and presentation., • Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing kitchen team., • Enforce adherence to health, safety, and sanitation protocols., • Foster a professional and enjoyable workplace culture., • Oversee the rollout of new menu items with precision and creativity., • Drive staff development and support career advancement pathways within the company. Benefits We value our team’s hard work and dedication. Here’s what we offer in return: • Competitive Industry-Leading Compensation, • Quarterly Bonus Program, • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, • Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Coverage, • 401(k) Retirement Plan, • Paid Vacation Qualifications • Minimum of 3+ years of high-volume Culinary Manager experience., • A proven ability to mentor and develop talent., • A demonstrated history of achieving strong financial results., • Exceptional guest service orientation with integrity and professionalism., • Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary. Apply Now If you’re a seasoned culinary professional ready to showcase your expertise and achieve excellence in an inspiring environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to become a vital part of our team in Nashville, TN! To be considered for this position, email your resume to . #ZRTM As part of our recruiting process, we may contact you regarding positions we feel are a good fit or engage with you via SMS text message. By clicking to submit your application, Gecko Hospitality, has your consent to communicate via SMS text message moving forward. Terms of Service are available at Privacy Policy can be found at Message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile phone service plan. For more help reply “HELP” to your texts or you can opt-out by replying STOP Company DescriptionSince 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its Clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals. Our national network consists of 37 regional offices that are driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. In addition, Gecko Hospitality offers the largest selection of hospitality jobs, restaurant jobs, hotel jobs, resort jobs and club management jobs online. Our specialized, hospitality-focused team covers all 50 states and Canada with over 80 Franchise Partners and recruiters. Gecko Hospitality was founded on providing the finest restaurant jobs nationwide to the highest performing candidates. More importantly, our Franchise Partners and recruiters began their careers in hospitality and there is no finer training ground for recruiting than real life experience. At Gecko Hospitality, we are passionate about making sure that every member of our recruiting team is familiar with our philosophies. In the same way that we learn about people when developing relationships and friendships, we want our people to have a sense of Gecko Hospitality's values and insight into our company's "personality." With this insight comes a greater understanding of how values "fit" with Gecko Hospitality's values, why we do things the way we do as well as providing a basis for making decisions that are appropriate to those values. We all play a part in keeping these traditions and philosophies alive. We want every member of our recruiting team to understand that we are only as good as how well we follow these philosophies on an every day basis. Gecko Hospitality is all about achieving results by being motivated. This motivation to achieve results comes from within. No one can motivate us, nor can we motivate anyone else. As leaders, all that we can do is provide an environment where people motivate themselves to achieve mutually beneficial goals. Along with this philosophy, each team member possesses the following traits for which we are proud: honesty, integrity, desire, determination, listening skills, rapid learning, responding in a timely manner, effective communication skills, thoroughness, empathy, compassion, and most of all we want every team member to have a strong work ethic that motivates them to produce superior results both for our candidates and for our Clients. At Gecko Hospitality, you certainly have... more choicesSince 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its Clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals.\r\n\r\nOur national network consists of 37 regional offices that are driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. In addition, Gecko Hospitality offers the largest selection of hospitality jobs, restaurant jobs, hotel jobs, resort jobs and club management jobs online. Our specialized, hospitality-focused team covers all 50 states and Canada with over 80 Franchise Partners and recruiters. Gecko Hospitality was founded on providing the finest restaurant jobs nationwide to the highest performing candidates. More importantly, our Franchise Partners and recruiters began their careers in hospitality and there is no finer training ground for recruiting than real life experience.\r\n\r\nAt Gecko Hospitality, we are passionate about making sure that every member of our recruiting team is familiar with our philosophies. In the same way that we learn about people when developing relationships and friendships, we want our people to have a sense of Gecko Hospitality's values and insight into our company's "personality." With this insight comes a greater understanding of how values "fit" with Gecko Hospitality's values, why we do things the way we do as well as providing a basis for making decisions that are appropriate to those values. We all play a part in keeping these traditions and philosophies alive.\r\n\r\nWe want every member of our recruiting team to understand that we are only as good as how well we follow these philosophies on an every day basis. Gecko Hospitality is all about achieving results by being motivated. This motivation to achieve results comes from within. No one can motivate us, nor can we motivate anyone else. As leaders, all that we can do is provide an environment where people motivate themselves to achieve mutually beneficial goals. Along with this philosophy, each team member possesses the following traits for which we are proud: honesty, integrity, desire, determination, listening skills, rapid learning, responding in a timely manner, effective communication skills, thoroughness, empathy, compassion, and most of all we want every team member to have a strong work ethic that motivates them to produce superior results both for our candidates and for our Clients.\r\n\r\nAt Gecko Hospitality, you certainly have... more choices