Top 22 Head chef Jobs in Kentucky

Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager
PF Changs —Louisville, KY
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
10d
Line Cook
Honeysuckle Dining and Bourbon House —Berea, KY
- $11 - $15 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- In-person
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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3h
Noodle Bar Cook
The Mint Gaming Hall Kentucky Downs —Franklin, KY
- $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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10d
Executive Chef
PF Changs —Louisville, KY
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
1d
Manager, Food and Beverage (Clubhouse Manager, University of Louisville Golf Club)
University of Louisville —Louisville, KY
- Online Application
- Sales
- Mid-level
- University
14d
Head Chef
Taher, Inc —Russellville, KY
- No weekends
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Opportunities for advancement
- Food provided
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Head Chef
Holly Hill Inn —Midway, KY
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Culinary Sous Chef - Thomas More University
Aramark —Crestview Hills, KY
- Mid-level
- University
- 1 year
Head Chef and Kitchen Manager
Marimba Mexican Restaurant —Shelbyville, KY
- From $800 a week
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Supervising experience
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14d
Cook
Levy Sector —Louisville, KY
- Part-time
- Background check
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Experienced Fry/Line Cook
Patti's 1880's Settlement —Grand Rivers, KY
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Kitchen Employee
Patti's 1880's Settlement —Grand Rivers, KY
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Line Cook
Little Daves Roadhouse Llc —Brandenburg, KY
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Restaurant
- Food Handler Certification
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Prep Cook/Pitmaster
J. Render's Southern Table & Bar —Lexington, KY
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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4d
Kitchen Assistant- Production Cook
Rosemary Food Service LLC —Lexington, KY
- From $750 a week
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
2d
Line Cook
Toogie's Table —Bardstown, KY
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Restaurant
- Communication skills
Quick Apply
Kitchen Associate
CRAFTS & VINES LLC —Covington, KY
- $15.00 - $18.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Reliable transportation
- Restaurant
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Line Cook- bar Vetti- Seasonal Part Time
Eternal Optimist —Louisville, KY
- $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- 2 years
- Food provided
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Line Cook- barVetti
Eternal Optimist —Louisville, KY
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- 2 years
- Food provided
Quick Apply
Line Cook
Grace Restaurant Group Llc —Leitchfield, KY
- $12 - $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
Quick Apply

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Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager

PF Changs -
Louisville, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $100,000 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Paid training
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Referral program

Qualifications

Team leadership
Cost control
Leadership development
Team development
Driver's License
Kitchen cost control
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Team training
Kitchen staff training
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
General management
Professional development training

Full Job Description

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 / year

Benefits We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and paid time off.
Competitive Pay & Performance Incentives: Monthly and annual bonuses based on performance.
Professional Development: Paid management training program to enhance skills and advance career - we promote from within.
Referral Program: Earn a $250 referral bonus for Team Member positions and $500 for restaurant management positions through our employee referral program (for locations other than home location).
Exclusive Discounts: Access exclusive employee discounts.
Holidays: Most locations closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Supportive Community: Financial assistance through the Lucky Cat Fund during hardships for qualifying team members.

Hiring immediately for full-time salaried Executive Chef or Head Chef or Executive Kitchen Manager (EKM):

Job Summary:

The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing the restaurant culinary team and restaurant food service operations to ensure high operating standards in the kitchen. This includes the hiring, training and development of the culinary team and kitchen staff, as well as managing inventory and controlling costs incurred in the kitchen. The Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager reports to directly to the restaurant Operating Partner or General Manager.

Job Responsibilities:

Accountable for operational excellence in the kitchen
Delegates tasks and gives direction to all kitchen staff
Conducts interviews with kitchen management and staff candidates
Selection, orientation and continual development of all Sous Chefs and kitchen staff
Prepares work schedule for Sous Chef and kitchen staff
On-going preservation of safety certification requirements for all kitchen staff
Responsible for managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
Responsible for health inspections
Supervises and facilitates all training for all food prep and execution of menu items, procedures, and recipes to all kitchen staff
Ensures proper timing and production for food orders
On-going performance appraisals for Sous Chefs and kitchen staff
Holds kitchen staff accountable for dress code standards
Responsible for maintaining all product quality standards
Responsible for maintaining expected food costs and inventory
Oversees or completes all prep lists and ordering guides
Completes opening and closing checklists
Responsible for maintenance and repairs of kitchen equipment and facility
Responsible for knowing how to work all kitchen stations proficiently
Accountable for providing a clean and safe environment for both Team Members and Guests

Job Requirements:

3+ years of culinary management experience with experience managing and writing prep lists
Must possess a valid driver’s license to perform occasional duties such as providing shift coverage, meeting liquor license requirements (depending on the state), delivering large catering orders (which may include operating a rental truck), making supply runs, local restaurant marketing, attending offsite training and business meetings, and traveling between restaurant locations to support operations.
Experience in managing inventory, cost of goods and overall control of financials
Experience working in a hands-on, fast paced, high volume environment
Experience in managing a team, while identifying and developing employees for future leadership roles
Experience in facilitating and effectively executing training
Strong communication and organizational skills
Must be able to stand and walk for periods of eight to ten hours in length each shift
Must be able to reach, bend, balance and transport various objects weighing up to 30 lbs repeatedly during a shift. At times it might be necessary to lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to work around various levels of temperature, including warm to very warm temperatures in the kitchen

Preferences:

Bilingual in English and Spanish
Experience working in an upscale scratch kitchen concept
Previous front of house restaurant management experience
Culinary degree or culinary certificate

Why work for us?

Because it’s more than a job. We are passionate people doing meaningful work, motivated by our purpose: To Celebrate Life. Family. Food.

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