Top 261 Kitchen leader Jobs in Kansas City Mo

Executive Chef
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Kansas City, MO
- $62,670 - $72,000 a year
- Nights as needed
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Cook
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Kansas City, MO
- $18.57 - $23.22 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Military encouraged
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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11d
Executive Chef - DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kansas City - Overland Park
Hilton —Overland Park, KS
- $66,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
11d
Facility Manager
Cubework —Kansas City, MO
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Google Workspace
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Quality R&D Chef, Manufacturing
SPICIN FOODS INC —Kansas City, KS
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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14d
Sushi Chef
Kona Grill - Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Cleaning
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Regional Operations Manager | Multi-Site Leadership | Restoration
Jombine —Kansas City, MO
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- 5 years
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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11d
Sous Chef
Romine Family LLC —Leavenworth, KS
- $40,000 - $45,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Team Member
Casey's —Lenexa, KS
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- No experience needed
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Kitchen Aides/Food Services
ESS Education —Kansas City, KS
- $15 an hour
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- Public school
- Flexible schedule
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Director of Engineering (Dual Hotel)
Country Club Lodging, LLC —Kansas City, MO
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 5 years
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Team Member
Casey's —Kansas City, MO
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- No experience needed
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Outside Sales Representative
Bath Fitter Corporate —Lenexa, KS
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Leadership
- Profit sharing
- Paid training
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Team Member
Casey's —Lenexa, KS
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- No experience needed
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Team Member
Casey's —Overland Park, KS
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- No experience needed
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Kitchen Aides/Food Services
ESS Education —Kansas City, KS
- $15 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Public school
- Entry level
- Flexible schedule
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Medical Science Liaison
Alumis —Kansas City, MO
- Up to $235,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Remote
- Up to 50% travel
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Cell phone reimbursement
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Kitchen Manager - Lenexa, KS
Stoney River Steakhouse & Grill —Lenexa, KS
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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3d
Sous Chef
Stonebreaker Hotel —Kansas City, MO
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Hotel
Food Fanatic Chef
US Foods, Inc. —Lenexa, KS
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- 7 years
- Merchandising

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Executive Chef

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. -
Kansas City, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$62,670 - $72,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance
Referral program
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Food service health code compliance
ServSafe

Full Job Description

About Us

Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:

Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
Industry leader in clinical care.
Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.

Job Description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Do you love the creativity of being a Chef but hate the late nights and hectic weekends? With thousands of recipes to choose from, and the ability to add your own, Brookdale is the place for you. Quality is what we pride ourselves on and listening to our residents in the development of our menus is key. If you are passionate about leading a team, have high expectations when it comes to sanitation and food safety and would enjoy making a positive impact on the lives of seniors then this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. Apply with us today to experience the uniqueness of senior living dining.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k)
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

Oversees daily operations of the kitchen and ensures the highest quality food products. Directly supervises and trains kitchen personnel on all related culinary activities.

Oversees breakfast, lunch and dinner for quality assurance of meal presentation and portion control.

Selects recipes, prepares and coordinates all meals. Coordinates prep for the following day’s menu.

Creates new dishes and develops recipes, standardizing recipes to ensure consistent quality. Establishes presentation technique and quality standards. Plans, modifies and develops menus.

Performs a pre-meal meeting with food servers to review detail of daily menu.

Ensures an adequate number of culinary associates each shift and ensures absences are covered.

Estimates food consumption and requisitions food purchases. Monitors and maintains inventory.

Assists in the adherence to maintaining budget compliance for daily food costs.

Assists in applying appropriate loss prevention procedures.

Assists in hiring, training, scheduling, disciplining and terminating associates. Provides training for all kitchen staff.

Assists in the coordination and execution of special events.

Maintains kitchen cleanliness and food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements. Ensures all kitchen equipment is in working order and kept clean at all times. Oversees the proper inventory, storage and use of cleaning chemicals. Keeps waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
Associate’s degree (A.A) or equivalent from two year college or technical school. Two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements
ServSafe Certified. Obtain/hold any local, state and/or county required food handling/sanitation licenses and/or certificates.

Management and Decision Making
Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.

Knowledge and Skills
Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Effective customer service skills and the ability to lead and supervise a diverse group of people. Ability to coordinate the daily production of menus, recipes and food preparation. Capable of managing multiple job tasks including the preparation of several foods at the same time. Excellent cooking skills and an understanding of food preparation principles, ingredients and culinary terminology. Ability to modify and develop creative recipes and menus that are healthy and satisfying to the residents. Ability to understand and apply sanitation principles.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Standing
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Walking
Sitting
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage.
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Exposure to latex
Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
Vision

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

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kitchen leader jobs in kansas city mo

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Executive Chef - DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kansas City - Overland Park

Facility Manager

Quality R&D Chef, Manufacturing

Sushi Chef

Regional Operations Manager | Multi-Site Leadership | Restoration

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Director of Engineering (Dual Hotel)

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