Restaurant Kitchen Manager
Job Description Job Description Confidential Search: Kitchen Manager Location: Ogunquit, ME Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round Compensation: $70,000 – $73,000 per year Gecko Hospitality is conducting a confidential search on behalf of our restaurant client for a dedicated, full-time Kitchen Manager to lead their culinary team in Ogunquit, Maine. About the Company Since 2015, our restaurant has been a staple in Ogunquit, Maine, serving exceptional artisanal pizza and hand-selected local and imported craft beers. Our menu features chef-created pizzas made from homemade dough, alongside savory appetizers and entrees inspired by the freshest ingredients—including house-made sausage, fresh Maine lobster, and local produce. Every dish is cooked in our signature stone oven and thoughtfully paired with craft beers to ensure optimum flavor combinations. The Role We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager who understands the nuances of a scratch kitchen and the fast-paced environment of a popular seasonal-yet-year-round destination. You will oversee all back-of-house operations, ensuring that the high standards of our chef-created menu and artisanal dough are consistently met. Key Qualifications: Experience: A minimum of 3 years of proven Kitchen Management experience. Specialized Skill: At least 2 years of dedicated pizza cooking experience, preferably working with fresh dough and stone ovens. Leadership: Strong ability to train, schedule, and motivate back-of-house staff to maintain a positive and highly efficient kitchen culture. Operational Excellence: Expertise in inventory control, food cost management, and maintaining strict sanitation and safety standards. Compensation & Benefits: Competitive Base Salary: $70,000 to $73,000 annually. Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical coverage. Dental Insurance. Retirement: 401(k) program with company match. How to Apply As this is a confidential search, all inquiries and applications are being handled exclusively through our New England recruitment team to ensure complete discretion for the client and applicants. Please submit your updated resume to be considered for an initial confidential interview. Company Description Gecko Hospitality in New England is a premier North American recruitment firm. Covering MA, NH, ME, VT, RI, and CT, the branch connects top-tier management and executive talent with leading hospitality organizations. Led by experienced former hospitality operators, including Franchise Partners Evan Kaplan and Brian Blum, the New England team leverages their firsthand industry knowledge to carefully assess candidates for both operational competency and cultural fit. Key Focus Areas: Target Sectors: Restaurants (quick service to fine dining), hotels, resorts, private clubs, casinos, catering, and corporate dining. Roles Placed: Executive and senior leadership, including General Managers, Executive Chefs, Directors of Operations, and C-suite executives. Core Services: Executive search, talent strategy, organizational design, and leadership pipeline development. Operating exclusively within the hospitality niche, the firm provides customized, relationship-driven recruitment solutions that accelerate business performance and advance professional careers. Company Description Gecko Hospitality in New England is a premier North American recruitment firm. Covering MA, NH, ME, VT, RI, and CT, the branch connects top-tier management and executive talent with leading hospitality organizations. Led by experienced former hospitality operators, including Franchise Partners Evan Kaplan and Brian Blum, the New England team leverages their firsthand industry knowledge to carefully assess candidates for both operational competency and cultural fit. Key Focus Areas: Target Sectors: Restaurants (quick service to fine dining), hotels, resorts, private clubs, casinos, catering, and corporate dining. Roles Placed: Executive and senior leadership, including General Managers, Executive Chefs, Directors of Operations, and C-suite executives. Core Services: Executive search, talent strategy, organizational design, and leadership pipeline development. Operating exclusively within the hospitality niche, the firm provides customized, relationship-driven recruitment solutions that accelerate business performance and advance professional careers.
