restaurant manager

restaurant general manager

kitchen manager

executive chef

general manager

Gecko Hospitality

A little over two years ago I was a seasoned operations professional with a lot of esteemed titles and companies under my belt.  While I was very proud of my accomplishments and the lifestyle that these positions had afforded me over time, I was to the point of despair, regret and was second guessing the choices I had made for the professional path of my life.

Then Gecko Hospitality came along.  For the first time in my professional career, I was able to take the scrappy, "learn as you go" mentality I had developed while cutting my teeth in operations and combine it with my formal education and personality to create a "perfect storm" sceanario as a hospitality recruiter.

Starting something new is always a scary proposition, but being mentored by career professionals that had walked in my shoes years earlier made it comfortable and attainable.  I have never experienced leadership that was as approachable, empathetic or driven as what I am around now.  That leadership has not only become my mentoring rock but also has afforded me a life that I never thought possible.  My family loves my career almost as much as I do!

I wake up every day with a desire to jump into action with my next search and am as giddy as a little kid on Christmas trying to find out the results of my current process.  I hear a lot of people say, "I love my job because every day is different".  In my situation, that really IS the case.

I spent most of my time talking to candidates about their qualifications, goals, aspirations, and the opportunities I can present them to. I learn quite a bit about candidates and their woes in the business as well learn of other competitors in the business. I have learned about the need for discipline as it can be quite distracting working from home. My co-workers are great and always available to talk to. The hardest part of the job is not loving some of the concepts we work with as they are not all concepts I am entirely in love with and then selling them to candidates. Finding QUALITY candidates is the second most difficult part of my work. The most enjoyable part of the job is placing a candidate who keeps me up to date, sending me images of the wonderful things they are doing and learning at their new place of work. Another enjoyable part of my job is providing feedback to candidates and opening their minds to out of the box thinking. Candidate sourcing can become quite redundant after a while and therefore giving them feedback to assist them in their future success even if I do not represent them is a great opportunity to have.

A typical day consists of coming in to work, checking emails, job boards, and recently submitted resumes.  It is all desk work, with minimal office meetings.  You talk to clients and candidates on the phone about what they are looking for, and then you fit the puzzle pieces together.

My co-workers are great.  It is a laid back environment and we do have fun, but we rely on our commission structure so getting work done is paramount.

The most difficult part of the job is the more work you do, the more work you have - it can be rewarding, but sometimes hectic.

My boss is great.  Coming from the restaurant industry, it took me a few months to become comfortable sitting all day, and he was completely supportive, showing me how to do the job more efficiently and giving me tips on how I need to handle myself on the phone.

The most enjoyable part of the job is helping people.  I am able to help candidates find new positions, and I help restaurant operators find the right people to make their business grow.

Working as a recruiter for Gecko has afforded me the flexibility to work my life around my work schedule and to work from my home. I enjoy creating my own work environment and schedule and have grown to realize that the effort I put in translates to what I achieve. My team consists of very experienced ex-operators in the hospitality industry who have mastered the skills of recruiting and they have guided me along my path in this career.  The company is progressive and innovative; priding itself on staying at the forefront of hospitality recruitment. The support from the corporate office is timely and genuine. Everyone is willing to help each other. Working for this company has been a great learning experience as well as a profitable one. I look forward to remaining with the company and becoming more successful with each passing year.

I have been with Gecko Hospitality since 2008. Prior to working with Gecko I worked as a Manager in the Restaurant Industry.I received excellent training when I was hired and I also receive excellent on going training. The home office provides support to the recruiters and partners in the field that is second to none. The leadership team is constantly ensuring that we have the most up to date technology and  resources available.
To be successful as a recruiter you must be disciplined and self actualized. I have increased my annual income each year since I have worked for the company. Most of your work does happen during  regular business hours but I make myself available to my clients and candidates in the evening and during the weekends.

Joining the Gecko team was the best career decision for me. I love what I do and I am working for a company that has an outstanding reputation.

I have been working with Gecko Hospitality for just over 1 year now, and it has been an amazing experience.  Each team member from the President  to administrative staff have bee outstanding to work with.  The company offers a very friendly and professional culture that encourages people to work "Work Hard, Play Harder!"  

Gecko provided in-depth training when I first joined the company, and offers regular opportunities for continued education.   Employees that do a good job are regularly recognized via company-wide emails, and I enjoy that Gecko is also involved in community service and outreach programs such as the Ronald McDonald House Kitchen Challange.

Working with Gecko not only provides for my needs financially, but also offers a nice work/life balance with a a flexible schedule that allows me to work remotely.

All in All, I am very pleased with my position as a Recruiter with Gecko Hospitality.

I joined Gecko Hospitality 3 years ago when I decided to leave restaurant operations and did I ever make the best decision of my career! I was familiar with Gecko Hospitality as a Restaurant Area Director and used their services for more than 10 years before joining their team. What I love most is the support that I receive from everyone in the entire company! If I have a question or a need, I feel comfortable reaching out to anyone in the company and they will offer help IMMEDIATELY! From the perspective of a quality of life, this is by far the best company to work for. I have for the first time in my adult life, found that balance that I have always looked for. I have learned to work hard and play harder and while doing so, love the fact that I get to help get people find great jobs and you can' put a dollar value on that. I HIGHLY recommend working for this company.

After years in the restaurant business, I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work as a recruiter for Gecko Hospitality.  Although it can be challenging at times to find great opportunities for everyone, I always feel like our company tries its hardest to match great people with great companies. And that's a feel-good thing for me. It's also a feel-good thing to be able to flex my schedule and work from home with my dog and cat beside me.  My Franchise Partner is also a true professional and I am constantly learning and growing in my role as a recruiter.  The best part of the job is helping people find meaningful employment.  The hardest part of the job is letting folks know when they aren't the right fit for a particular job.  Gecko Hospitality is a well-respected, ethical company and I am very pleased to help represent the brand.

I applied for a job with a mid 5 figure salary with benifets located where I lived. Once I had interviewed and been offered the job, I was informed that I would actually be working at their restaurant 40 minutes away. The salary advertised was $14,000 more than what I was actually offered. I stuck with it with the promise of being moved to the the restaurant closer to home, where the ad had led me to believe i’d be working at the whole time, after a training period. After this 8 week period had come and gone I was told they would need me to work at another restaurant located an hour and a half away. With this there was no offered raise or other incentives. Tom and his associates come off as friendly and wanting to help, but My experience with Gecko Hospitality and their client was ultimately not what was advertised, was unfulfilling and set me back in my career by almost a year.

I first learned about Gecko Hospitality as a candidate. I considered myself to be a high level employee in my company. Once I decided on a new career it was essential for the recruiting agency I worked with to conduct a confidential job search. I was impressed with the professionalism of the company and the preparation they gave me as a candidate. I eventually decided to purchase a territory and became a partner. Once onboard I was accepted immediately and had several partners play a part in my training. The training is top notch and you feel prepared right away. The support system from the corporate office has played a huge part in my continued success. I feel we're continuously ahead of trends and our competitors. Best business decision I ever made!

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