Chef de cuisine - Italian or Mediterranean
4 days ago
West Springfield
Job Description Executive Chef de Cuisine Opportunity – West Springfield, MA Location: West Springfield, MA Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000/year + Bonus Benefits: Health Insurance, Simple IRA w/ Match, Paid Time Off Relocation: Housing assistance available via owner's rental property The Company We are a thriving, 92-seat modern Italian restaurant with a 21-year history of excellence in West Springfield. Our operation is built on a 100% scratch kitchen philosophy, drawing from the verdant farming community of Western Massachusetts and the ocean-fresh bounty of the bay. We are a dinner-service-only establishment (Tuesday – Saturday), offering a work-life balance rarely found in the industry. The Role We are seeking an ambitious, hands-on, and creative Chef de Cuisine to lead our culinary team. You will work side-by-side with a dedicated crew of 3 line cooks, 2 pantry cooks, and an existing Sous Chef during service. The ideal candidate is a structured leader who respects talent, values organization, and is looking for a long-term home with potential partnership opportunities. Key Responsibilities • Culinary Leadership: Execute a high-end, farm-to-table menu emphasizing seasonal vegetables, fresh seafood, and cured meats., • Operations: Manage scheduling, food costs, labor costs, and P&L., • Team Development: Mentor and polish the skills of a tenured, Spanish/English-speaking kitchen crew., • Execution: Work the line during dinner service to ensure consistency and quality. Requirements • Experience: Proven background in Mediterranean and/or Italian cuisine (candidates from Italy or with Italian heritage are a plus)., • Technical Skills: Mastery of all mother sauces and scratch cooking techniques., • Education: Culinary degree strongly preferred., • Attributes: Young-minded, creative, organized, and structured. Must thrive in a system-oriented environment (recipes, lists, protocols). This is a unique opportunity for a talented chef to partner with a hands-on owner who values structure and culinary excellence. If you are ready to take the helm of a prestigious local favorite, apply today. Company DescriptionGecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 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.Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 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.