Top 405 Kitchen leader Jobs in Bellevue, Wa

Culinary Director
Kizuki Ramen —Redmond, WA
- $110,000 - $130,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Cook/Baker I-Correctional Facility
King County —King County, WA
- $33.73 - $42.75 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Sous Chef
Cactus —Bellevue, WA
- $80,500 - $87,500 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sales
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef
Tavern Hall —Bellevue, WA
- $80,500 - $83,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sales
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
Benaroya Hall —Seattle, WA
- $95,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Food Service Director - Hospital
Thomas Cuisine —Monroe, WA
- $115,000 - $117,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Computer literacy
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Executive Chef 2
Sodexo —Seattle, WA
- $77,605 - $100,430 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Grill Cook - JOEY Bellevue
JOEY Restaurants —Bellevue, WA
- $17.13 - $35.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Junior Sous Chef
The Rainier Club —Seattle, WA
- $34 - $36 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Mentoring
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef - Residential Dining (multiple opportunities)
University of Washington —Seattle, WA
- $67,200 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
6d
Chef de Cuisine
Levy Sector —Seattle, WA
- $125,000 - $138,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Banquet Captain | Part-Time | Seattle Aquarium
Oak View Group —Seattle, WA
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Guest services
- 401(k) matching
Deli Manager
PCC Community Markets —Kirkland, WA
- $81,000 - $87,350 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
Workplace Experience Coordinator
Northwest Center —Bellevue, WA
- $29.19 - $32.28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Deli Lead
PCC Community Markets —Seattle, WA
- From $32.15 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- ServSafe
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
14d
Deli Manager
Albertsons —Redmond, WA
- $31.15 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Computer skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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6d
Kitchen Manager - Secondary
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
6d
Server
Happy Lamb Dublin —Seattle, WA
- $40 - $48 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Grill Cook - JOEY University Village
JOEY Restaurants —Seattle, WA
- $21.30 - $35.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Restaurant Manager - University Village
JOEY Restaurants —Seattle, WA
- $80,500 - $90,000 a year
- Email
- Sales
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Culinary Director

Kizuki Ramen -
Redmond, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$110,000 - $130,000 a year

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Kitchen health and safety standards
Food service health code compliance
Safety regulations
Coaching
High school diploma or GED
Team development
Kitchen cost control
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing kitchen staff
Community relationship building
Restaurant cost management
Managing hospitality operations budgets
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Senior leadership
Hospitality management

Full Job Description

Job Title:
Culinary Director

Location:
Redmond / Renton, WA | Company Wide | Full-Time

Pay Range:
$110,000 – $130,000 annually**
Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

About Us:

Kizuki International LLC is one company united by a single purpose — to spread joy through authentic culinary experiences. Our family of Asian culinary brands includes:

Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya – delivering the most authentic Japanese ramen experience outside Japan through scratch-made broths, Japanese-designed interiors, and craftsmanship.
Supreme Dumplings – offering handcrafted Xiao Long Bao and other small bites made with precision, tradition, and heartfelt execution.
Tang Bar / Swish Swish – a modern fast-casual concept bringing bold Sichuan malatang flavors to a customizable, energetic format.

Though each concept is unique, all share the same values: craftsmanship, connection, hospitality, and a relentless pursuit of culinary excellence. We proudly operate 20+ restaurants and 4+ central kitchens/commissary facilities across multiple states — and we’re growing.

About the Role:

The Culinary Director is a senior leadership role responsible for driving culinary excellence, operational consistency, menu innovation, and food quality across all restaurant brands and commissary kitchens within Kizuki International LLC.

You will oversee culinary strategy and execution across 20+ restaurant locations and multiple central kitchens supporting Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya, Supreme Dumplings, Tang Bar, and Swish Swish.

This role requires a strategic, hands-on leader ready to elevate multi-concept, multi-state operations. You will coach, inspire, and support back-of-house teams, define culinary standards, and partner closely with Operations, Procurement, Marketing, and Executive Leadership.

Reports To: Director of Operations

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership & Standards

Maintain, enforce, and elevate culinary standards across all restaurant and commissary locations.
Ensure consistency in flavor, texture, presentation, and portioning.
Conduct audits for food quality, kitchen cleanliness, equipment condition, and health-code compliance.
Lead cross-concept standardization of recipes, SOPs, and production systems.

Menu Innovation & Product Development

Lead creation, testing, and rollout of new menu items and seasonal offerings.
Collaborate with Marketing on product launches, promotions, and culinary storytelling.
Identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and enhanced guest experience.

Operational & Financial Management

Manage food costs, labor costs, and budgets to meet financial targets.
Optimize prime cost, COGS, food cost %, labor cost %, inventory turnover, and menu profitability.
Partner with Procurement to source high-quality ingredients while maintaining cost control.
Oversee equipment uptime, workflow design, and production throughput across kitchens.

Team Leadership & Development

Coach and develop chefs, kitchen managers, and commissary leads.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance kitchen culture.
Deliver training on culinary techniques, safety, and operational best practices.
Strengthening cross-training and career pathways for culinary teams.

Quality Assurance & Safety

Uphold strict food safety standards and allergen management procedures.
Maintain high audit scores and regulatory compliance.
Identify and mitigate safety risks.

Interdepartmental Collaboration & Brand Stewardship

Partner with Operations to resolve staffing challenges and guest feedback.
Support vendor and supplier relationships.
Represent the company at events, tastings, and community engagements.

Indicators & Measurements of Success

Financial Metrics:

Prime Cost, COGS, Food Cost %, Labor %, Food Waste %, Inventory Turnover, Menu Item Profitability

Operational Efficiency:

Order Accuracy, Turnaround Time, Production Throughput, Equipment Uptime, Yield %, On-Time Delivery Rate

Quality & Consistency:

Product Presentation, Customer Feedback, Food Temperature Compliance, Allergen Management

Safety & Compliance:

Food Safety Audit Scores, Safety Incident Rate, SOP Compliance, HACCP adherence, Culinary Team Retention

Requirements:

5+ years multi-unit culinary management experience, including 3+ years in senior leadership
High school diploma or GED required; Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management degree preferred
Strong financial knowledge: COGS, labor, food cost %, budgets, and inventory systems
Excellent communication skills with ability to coach, motivate, and influence teams
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation regulations, and production systems
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment managing multiple priorities
Ability to travel between locations and work nights/weekends as needed
Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in various kitchen conditions
Bilingual skills are a plus and highly valued

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D insurance
Employee Assistance Program & Teladoc
Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

Join Our Culinary Family

If you are passionate about driving culinary excellence, developing teams, and elevating multi-concept operations, we’d love to meet you. Your leadership will shape the future of 20+ restaurants, 4+ commissary kitchens, and four fast-growing Asian culinary brands — all united by the belief that food made with passion brings people together.

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