Top 161 Lead cook Jobs in Kentucky

Executive Chef (TGSL)
Civitas Senior Living —Prospect, KY
- $85,000 - $88,000 a year
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- 1 year
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Lead Relief Cook
Nazareth Home —Louisville, KY
- 8 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Computer skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Cook
Derby City Gaming & Hotel —Louisville, KY
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
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Cook, Lead- Garrison Oak
Oak Grove Racing · Gaming · Hotel —Oak Grove, KY
- ServSafe
- Basic math
- English
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3d
Malone's - Sous Chef
Bluegrass Hospitality Group —Lexington, KY
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Travel
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Executive Sous Chef
AJS Hotels —Louisville, KY
- Weekends as needed
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Travel
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Cook
Colorado Grill —Franklin, KY
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
Executive Chef
StoryPoint —Walton, KY
- Travel
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
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Mad Taco Chef/Kitchen Manager
Mad Taco —Bowling Green, KY
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hospitality
- Sanitation
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Profit sharing
- Paid training
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Restaurant Manager
IHOP —Lexington, KY
- Up to $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Casual dining restaurant
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef
Derby City Gaming & Hotel —Louisville, KY
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Hotel
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Head Cook
Perry County Schools —Hazard, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
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7d
Lead Cook - University of Louisville
Aramark —Louisville, KY
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- University
Chef Manager
Eurest —Louisville, KY
- $70,000 - $74,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Assistant General Manager
IHOP —Louisville, KY
- Up to $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Casual dining restaurant
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef
The Kitchen Table at JBBDCo —Clermont, KY
- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Cook CD - Skilled 1
HMSHost by Avolta —Hebron, KY
- $18.25 - $18.95 an hour
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Supervising experience
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Fulltime - Afternoon - Nutritional services - 057- Food Serv Team Lead
Murray Calloway County Hospital —Murray, KY
- Full-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Line Cook
American Cruise Lines —Grand Rivers, KY
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Cook - $21.00/hr
Gate Group —Erlanger, KY
- $21 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Assembly
- 2 years

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Executive Chef (TGSL)

Civitas Senior Living -
Prospect, KY

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Job Details

$85,000 - $88,000 a year

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Food and beverage product quality management
Food quality maintenance
Menu design
Kitchen health and safety standards
Hospitality
Employee onboarding
Community engagement experience
Assisting with meal planning
Food preparation for special diets
Operations management
Food service health code compliance
ServSafe
Team leadership
Food Safety Manager Certification
Safety regulations
Coaching
Staff scheduling
Job-specific skills training (staff training program)
Regulatory compliance
Team scheduling
Working with seniors
Team development
Hiring
Experience working with individuals with specific dietary needs
Quality control management
Kitchen cost control
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Kitchen staff training
Schedule creation

Full Job Description

Community: The Grand Senior Living
Address: 9300 Civic Way, Prospect, KY 40059

Fuel Your Passion for Culinary Excellence

At Civitas Senior Living, we celebrate the art of food and the impact it has on daily life. Our culinary leaders don’t just cook — they create experiences, build teams, and elevate the standard of dining for our residents. If you take pride in quality, leadership, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.

Executive Chef

What You’ll Do:

Lead, coach, and develop the culinary team, creating a strong and accountable kitchen culture
Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and safety
Oversee food cost, inventory, and budget performance
Manage hiring, onboarding, and ongoing staff training
Build and maintain schedules that support operational needs
Ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Partner on menu planning, special events, and resident-focused dining experiences
Support community engagement through food and hospitality

What You Bring:

2+ years of culinary experience (culinary training preferred)
At least 1 year of leadership experience (2+ years in food service management preferred)
Knowledge of state dietary regulations and food safety standards
A genuine passion for serving seniors and enhancing their dining experience

Executive Chef – Additional Qualifications

We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef who brings both strong operational leadership and culinary creativity:

5–10 years of kitchen leadership experience
Background in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant environments
Experience managing high-volume kitchen operations
Strong standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation
Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
Current ServSafe Manager Certification
Experience with menu development balancing flavor, nutrition, and cost
Familiarity with special diets (low sodium, diabetic, heart-healthy)
Proven labor management and scheduling skills
Strong inventory control and cost management experience
Ability to train, coach, and develop kitchen staff
Hands-on leadership presence during service

Why Join Civitas Senior Living?

Competitive benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Retirement Plan, PTO & more
Opportunities for career growth and development
Consistent scheduling with flexibility for time off
Employee referral bonuses

Did you know?
Civitas Senior Living is a Certified™ Great Place to Work, with 90% of employees reporting a strong sense of purpose in their roles.

Our Culinary Mission

Passionate Culinary Service. Passionate Cleanliness. Passionate Care.

As a condition of employment at a Civitas Senior Living community, all new hires will be asked to complete a screening process as required by state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of this process. Residency within the State that this Community/Location operates in is a condition of employment.

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Executive Chef

Mad Taco Chef/Kitchen Manager

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Head Cook

Lead Cook - University of Louisville

Chef Manager

Assistant General Manager

Sous Chef

Cook CD - Skilled 1

Fulltime - Afternoon - Nutritional services - 057- Food Serv Team Lead

Lead Line Cook

Cook - $21.00/hr

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