Chef de Cuisine | Allentown

About the Role: As the Chef de Cuisine you will be responsible for:

Responsibilities: Kitchen Leadership Lead and manage the entire kitchen team during daily operations Set expectations for professionalism, cleanliness, organization, and teamwork Run pre-shift meetings – communicating specials, features, 86’d items and priorities Build and maintain a positive, accountable kitchen culture alongside the GM and ownership Food Quality, Consistency & Menu Development Ensure every dish meets established recipes, specs, and presentation standards Conduct regular line checks, taste and inspect food throughout service Develop and update menus, seasonal features, and specials – creating and standardizing recipes Stay current with culinary trends while maintaining the restaurant’s identity Operations, Food Cost & Purchasing Maintain food cost within target through portion control, waste reduction, and inventory management Conduct weekly inventory, establish pars, and monitor ordering, receiving, and FIFO rotation Build vendor relationships and ensure quality of all deliveries Ensure proper mise en place, efficient station setup, and smooth ticket times – stepping on the line when needed Team Development & Financial Leadership Assist with hiring, training, onboarding, and scheduling of all kitchen staff Train cooks on recipes, equipment, sanitation and technique – developing future leaders Manage labor to sales, control overtime, and participate in weekly financial reviews Ensure compliance with all health department, Serv Safe, and safety standards Qualifications 3+ years as Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or high-volume Kitchen Manager Proven experience in a scratch kitchen with strong culinary fundamentals Strong understanding of food cost, labor control, ordering, and inventoryA true leader who is calm, visible, and in control during high-volume service

Required Skills: Strong culinary fundamentals, leadership skills, and operational management.

Preferred Skills: Experience in a scratch kitchen and familiarity with culinary trends. Pay range and compensation package Competitive Base Salary of $95,000 - $105,000+ plus bonus. Full benefits package – medical, dental, PTO. The opportunity to lead a brand-new opening and put your stamp on a menu and team in Allentown, PA.Equal Opportunity Statement If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Chef de Cuisine in Allentown, PA, we want to hear from you. For immediate consideration, please send an accurate resume to nate@geckohospitality.com.