Top 161 Chefs Jobs in Kirkland, 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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Executive Chef
Bamboo Sushi - Kirkland —Kirkland, WA
- $81,169 a year
- Office
- Ability to climb stairs
- Team management
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Sous Chef
Sodexo —Kirkland, WA
- $24.56 - $31.78 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- No high school diploma
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Chef | Behavioral Health | Bellevue, WA
Hotel California by the Sea —Bothell, WA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
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Chef
Soi Thai Restaurant & Bar —Kirkland, WA
- From $50,690 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory control
- Culinary experience
- Mid-level
- Food provided
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THAI CUISINE CHEF
Krobkrua LLC —Seattle, WA
- $49,000 - $53,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Leadership
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Head Chef / Manager
Latitudes Restaurants Inc —Poulsbo, WA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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EXECUTIVE CHEF 1- University of Washington Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Seattle, WA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- ServSafe
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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TTC KITCHEN MANAGER
Seattle Indian Health Board —Seattle, WA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Mid-level
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Premium Area Culinary Supervisor, Climate Pledge Arena
Delaware North —Seattle, WA
- $30.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
INDIAN/PAKISTANI FOOD CHEF
LAHORI BOWLS —Seattle, WA
- $29 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
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EXECUTIVE CHEF 2- University of Washington Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Seattle, WA
- $33 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Personal Chef - Seattle
Down to Earth Cuisine —Seattle, WA
- $27 - $29 an hour
- Part-time
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Communication skills
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Head Chef
Upper Crust Food Service —Seattle, WA
- Full-time
- Background check
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Sushi Chef
Bleuwiches —Seattle, WA
- $21 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Cook for Child Care and Preschool
Kiddie Academy of Seattle at Greenwood —Seattle, WA
- $22.00 - $25.50 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Venue Stadium Chef - T-Mobile Park
Sodexo Live! —Seattle, WA
- $138,000 - $145,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Bachelor of Science
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Research and Development Chef (Contract)
Intellectual Ventures —Bellevue, WA
- Contract
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Kitchen
Sushi Chef - JOEY Bellevue
JOEY Restaurants —Bellevue, WA
- $17.13 - $35.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Prep Cook/Pastry Chef
Eastside Preparatory School —Kirkland, WA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Disability 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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