Top 220 Kitchen leader Jobs in Everett, 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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Assistant Kitchen Manager
Blue Foods Group —Lynnwood, WA
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- In person
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Restaurant
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Server | Part-Time | Angel Of The Winds Arena
Oak View Group —Everett, WA
- $20.77 - $23.50 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
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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Server
Happy Lamb Hotpot —Lynnwood, WA
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Cooking
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Cook
Panda Restaurant Group —Everett, WA
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Email
- Serving
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Cook | Part Time | Angel Of The Winds Arena
Oak View Group —Everett, WA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Food Handler Certification
- Entry level
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
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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Client Care and Intake Coordinator – Home Care
Acti-Kare Responsive In-Home Care —Seattle, WA
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Cook, Climate Pledge Arena
Delaware North —Seattle, WA
- $27.40 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Concession Cook | Part-Time | Angel Of The Winds Arena
Oak View Group —Everett, WA
- $21.50 - $23.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Food Handler Certification
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
EXECUTIVE CHEF ( PROVIDENCE PACIFIC MEDICAL CTR) EVERETTE WA
Morrison Healthcare —Everett, WA
- $88,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Cook
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Everett, WA
- $21.00 - $31.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Military encouraged
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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8d
Cook - Part-Time
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Everett, WA
- $21.00 - $31.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Military encouraged
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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11d
Full Time Lead Cook @ Sweet Radish Chicken
Sweet Radish —Everett, WA
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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0474 - China Cook Supervisor
Safeway —Everett, WA
- $21.06 - $26.15 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Fair chance
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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7d
Dishwasher
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Everett, WA
- $20.77 - $25.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Military encouraged
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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4d
Maintenance Supervisor
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Everett, WA
- $24.49 - $36.73 an hour
- Nights as needed
- Mid-level
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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1d
Inventory & Logistics Specialist
Access Laser Company —Everett, WA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Analysis skills
- Free parking
- Profit sharing
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Heart of House Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings —Everett, WA
- Part-time
- No education required
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Dental insurance
- Vision 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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kitchen leader jobs in everett, wa

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Assistant Kitchen Manager

Server | Part-Time | Angel Of The Winds Arena

Food Service Director - Hospital

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Cook | Part Time | Angel Of The Winds Arena

Restaurant Manager - University Village

Client Care and Intake Coordinator – Home Care

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Concession Cook | Part-Time | Angel Of The Winds Arena

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