Top 886 Kitchen leader Jobs in Houston Tx

Restaurant Maintenance Technician - Pasadena, League City, Webster
Whataburger —Pasadena, TX
- $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid parental leave
- Fuel card
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Front Desk Receptionist
Cenergy International —Houston, TX
- $23 - $26 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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21h
Technical Sales and Field Service Engineer
CaptiveAire —Houston, TX
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Food Service Assistant (Part-time): Houston, TX
Bezos Academy —Houston, TX
- $21 - $31 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
15h
Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time
Whole Foods Market —Houston, TX
- $15.50 - $29.20 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Forklift
- Store discount
- Paid time off
Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager
Sharp Spoon Network —Houston, TX
- $87,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Cooking
- Travel reimbursement
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Kitchen Manager - Daily Gather
Daily Gather —Houston, TX
- $82,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
Food Operations Manager - Inpatient - Room Service Program
MD Anderson —Houston, TX
- $37.98 - $57.21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Inpatient
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
17h
Cooks / Kitchen Staff
Cypress Pointe Health & Wellness —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Customer service
- Basic math
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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9d
Senior Cook
Houston Methodist Hospital —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Acute care
- ServSafe
- English
7d
EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF - Houston, TX
Morrison Healthcare —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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10d
Cook
Baylor St Luke's Medical Center —Houston, TX
- $16.50 - $23.30 an hour
- PRN
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
SR CAMPUS EXECUTIVE CHEF - University of Houston -Main Dining, Athletics & Clearlake- HOUSTON, TX
Chartwells HE —Houston, TX
- $125,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Residential
- University
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Nutrition Assistant I
Baylor St Luke's Medical Center —Houston, TX
- $16.50 - $23.30 an hour
- PRN
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Food Handler Certification
Chef De Cuisine
Eurest —Spring, TX
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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10d
EXECUTIVE CHEF I -Houston, TX
Morrison Healthcare —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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7d
Chef de Cuisine
Rice University —Houston, TX
- From $63,100 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Residential
MISA Accounting and Administrative Coordinator
Marubeni-Itochu Steel America Inc. —Houston, TX
- $27.00 - $29.79 an hour
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Travel reimbursement
- Health savings account
9d
Line Cook
DoubleTree Hotel by The Galleria —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Kitchen Lead
Taste Kitchen —Houston, TX
- $18 - $21 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Casual dining restaurant
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mid-level
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Restaurant Maintenance Technician - Pasadena, League City, Webster

Whataburger -
Pasadena, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$38 an hour

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Fuel card
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Gym membership
Opportunities for advancement
Referral program

Qualifications

Field service equipment repair
Minor electrical repair
Commercial refrigerators
Air conditioning unit repair
Electrical work
Carpentry repair tasks
Company vehicle operation
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
EPA Universal Certification
Electric heating HVAC systems
Electrical maintenance
Industrial cooling systems
Electrical parts
Mechanical troubleshooting
Kitchen equipment maintenance
Woodworking
Mechanical systems repair

Full Job Description

Your Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do

As a Restaurant Maintenance Technician, you keep our restaurants running safely and reliably by diagnosing issues, completing repairs, and restoring equipment and facilities to proper operation across HVAC, commercial refrigeration, kitchen systems, and building components. You ensure work orders are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time to support smooth restaurant operations.

You Make a Difference by minimizing downtime and protecting company assets, Serve with Heart by delivering high‑quality, safe, and precise workmanship that supports Family Members and contributes to great guest experiences, Win as One by communicating clearly and partnering with Restaurant and MSC Leadership, and Move Forward Boldly by using sound judgment, adapting to new technologies, and maintaining organized inventory to deliver effective solutions.

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

As a Restaurant Maintenance Technician, you will:

Support on average 10 restaurants.
Work an average of 42 hours per week.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair commercial kitchen equipment, HVAC, refrigeration, and beverage systems.
Respond to service calls and emergency maintenance needs to restore equipment and facility functionality.
Complete and document repairs in accordance with work order priority and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Total ownership of the restaurant from curb to curb.
Perform interior and exterior restaurant repairs, including basic carpentry, plumbing, and intermediate electrical work.
Manage work orders, service documentation, and parts inventory using company systems and mobile technology.
Communicate effectively with restaurant leadership, maintenance team leadership, and vendors on repair status and next steps.
Coordinate and supervise third‑party vendors when work is outsourced for cost, timing, or expertise.
Maintain a clean, organized company vehicle, tools, and work area.
Support restaurant operations during after‑hours, on‑call, or urgent repair situations, as needed.
Comply with all company policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

As a Restaurant Maintenance Technician, you will receive:

· Base compensation $38/hr; paid weekly

· Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results

· Company Vehicle and gas card provided

· 5 weeks PTO

· Paid Corporate Holidays

· Paid Parental Leave*

· 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%

· Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*

· Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits*

· Opportunities for Career Development and Growth

· Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance

· Tablet and phone provided

· Discounted Meals for You and a Guest

· Wireless Service Discounts

· Computer & Software Discounts

· Fitness / Gym Discounts

· Awards and recognition for all you do

· Retirement Celebration Program

What You Bring to the Table — Required Experience

As a Restaurant Maintenance Technician, you must have:

· High school diploma or GED equivalent (or equivalent work experience).

· Ability to work full-time hours, with on-call rotation once a month, and ability to travel both locally and long distances (including air travel), to worksites, meeting sites, and other locations.

· 1+ year of field experience in HVAC and commercial refrigeration.

· 1+ year of experience repairing commercial kitchen equipment or equivalent technical education.

· EPA or CFC Certification.

· Strong working knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, and commercial kitchen equipment systems.

· Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and intermediate electrical repairs.

· Ability to prioritize reactive service work, troubleshoot complex issues, and meet SLA timelines.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with restaurant leaders, vendors, and the general public.

· Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Whataburger MVR standards.

· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely work on ladders and rooftops.

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

As a Restaurant Maintenance Technician, we prefer you to have:

· HVAC state‑certified license.

· CFESA certification.

· State‑licensed Mechanical Contractor or Journeyman license (where applicable).

· Experience supporting multi‑unit or restaurant environments.

· Prior experience in building trades or facilities repair.

· Familiarity with CMMS or mobile service‑ticket systems.

· Ability to provide guidance or technical support to other technicians based on experience level.

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is field based, supporting restaurants across an assigned market or region. You’ll travel frequently to partner with Operations, provide onsite support, and maintain strong relationships with leaders and teams in the field. Success in this role requires full-time availability, flexibility to adjust to evolving operational priorities, and the ability to travel regularly including day trips, overnight travel, and extended market visits. While most travel will occur within your assigned market or region, some out-of-market support may be required based on business needs.

Candidates must reside within the region they support and be able to travel throughout that area as needed.

Our Flavor — Why Whataburger

Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heatsup. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference.

Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

*Eligibility rules may apply

Pay: $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

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kitchen leader jobs in houston tx

Restaurant Maintenance Technician - Pasadena, League City, Webster

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Food Service Assistant (Part-time): Houston, TX

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Food Operations Manager - Inpatient - Room Service Program

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