Top 29 Head chef Jobs in Kirkland Wa

Head Chef
JCSI —Seattle, WA
- $90,000 - $105,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- 3 years
- Supervising experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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11d
Executive Sous Chef
Four Seasons —Seattle, WA
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Overnight shift
- Hotel
- Mentoring
- Military encouraged
- Paid jury duty
- Paid parental leave
Head Chef
Heart n Belly —Seattle, WA
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Online Application
- 3 years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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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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6d
SOUS CHEF 1- University of Washington Greek House Chefs
GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC —Seattle, WA
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- English
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Head Chef - JOEY Bellevue
JOEY Restaurants —Bellevue, WA
- $85,000 - $125,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Head Chef - JOEY University Village
JOEY Restaurants —Seattle, WA
- $85,000 - $125,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Head Sous Chef - JOEY Bellevue
JOEY Restaurants —Bellevue, WA
- $80,500 - $85,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Head Chef - JOEY Southcenter
JOEY Restaurants —Tukwila, WA
- $85,000 - $125,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Assistant Restaurant General Manager - Goldfinch Tavern
Four Seasons —Seattle, WA
- $83,000 - $87,000 a year
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Paid jury duty
- Paid parental leave
Head Sous Chef - JOEY University Village
JOEY Restaurants —Seattle, WA
- $80,500 - $85,000 a year
- Email
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Shipboard Head Chef
Lindblad Expeditions —Seattle, WA
- $334 - $401 a day
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- Travel reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Kitchen Manager/Sous Chef
Peninsula BrewHouse —Silverdale, WA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Temporary
- Team management
- In-person
- Senior level
- Flexible schedule
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12d
Line Cook
SIP THAI BISTRO —Redmond, WA
- Part-time
- Cooking
- US work authorization
- 1 year
Cortina - Sous Chef
Ethan Stowell Restaurants —Seattle, WA
- $30 - $33 an hour
- Overtime
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Cook
Anthony's Pier 66 Seattle —Seattle, WA
- $26.00 - $30.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- 18 years or older
- English
- Health savings account
- Dental insurance
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Galley Careers – National Geographic Quest & National Geographic Venture
Lindblad Expeditions —Seattle, WA
- $115 - $195 a day
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Travel reimbursement
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9d
Concessions Cook - Lumen Field
Levy Sector —Seattle, WA
- $25.85 - $27.85 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Food Handler Certification
- Free parking
- Paid time off
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13d
BOH Cook
Niles Peacock Kitchen & Bar —Edmonds, WA
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Pantry Chef
Lindblad Expeditions —Seattle, WA
- $105 - $165 a day
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
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Head Chef

JCSI -
Seattle, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $105,000 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Food and beverage product quality management
Kitchen health and safety standards
Computer operation
Customer communication
Food service health code compliance
Team leadership
Safety regulations
Labor cost analysis
Production safety compliance
Supervising experience
Kitchen cost control
Food safety sanitizing procedures
HACCP
Food & beverage production
Desktop applications
Managing kitchen staff
Productivity software
Quality control experience within food and beverage industry
Restaurant cost management
General management
Customer complaint resolution

Full Job Description

Head Chef

Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite)
Salary: $90,000 - $105,000 per year

About the Company

Our client is a leading provider of airline catering, onboard hospitality, and aviation logistics services, preparing and delivering thousands of chef-crafted meals each day for major airlines. Their operation combines culinary excellence with large-scale food production, requiring exceptional quality, consistency, and execution in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Head Chef to serve as the second-in-command to the Executive Chef at a high-volume airline catering facility. This leadership position oversees daily kitchen production, ensuring meals are prepared safely, consistently, and according to strict customer specifications.

The Head Chef is responsible for leading both hot and cold kitchen operations, supervising kitchen staff, maintaining food quality, controlling food and labor costs, and ensuring compliance with all food safety standards. In the absence of the Executive Chef, this individual assumes responsibility for the overall operation of the kitchen.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced culinary leader looking to take the next step in their career while learning from an accomplished Executive Chef and corporate culinary leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations

Lead daily production across hot and cold kitchen operations.
Ensure meals are prepared according to recipes, customer specifications, and quality standards.
Oversee food production planning, inventory management, food quality, and production schedules.
Monitor food costs, labor costs, and kitchen efficiency while maintaining operational excellence.
Ensure proper product rotation, storage, sanitation, and food safety procedures are followed.
Support menu development, recipe execution, and continuous culinary improvement.
Address customer concerns and implement corrective actions when needed.

Leadership

Serve as the Executive Chef's primary partner and assume full kitchen leadership in their absence.
Coach, develop, and mentor kitchen employees while promoting a positive, high-performing culture.
Train staff on recipes, food quality, safety procedures, and operational standards.
Ensure the kitchen is properly staffed, organized, and operating efficiently.

Food Safety & Quality

Maintain compliance with HACCP and all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations.
Conduct regular quality checks to ensure consistency and adherence to company standards.
Ensure all products meet customer expectations before leaving the kitchen.

Qualifications

Required

Minimum 5 years of commercial cooking experience in a high-volume kitchen such as airline catering, catering, banquet operations, hotels, commissaries, hospitality, or high-volume restaurants.
3-5 years of leadership experience supervising kitchen operations and culinary teams.
Culinary degree or completion of an accredited culinary apprenticeship.
Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
Experience managing food production, inventory, labor, and food costs.
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer applications.
Customer-focused with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.

Ideal Background

We're especially interested in:

Current Sous Chefs or Chef de Cuisine professionals ready to step into a larger leadership role.
Executive Chefs who are open to serving as the second-in-command while gaining experience in a large-scale culinary operation.
Candidates with experience in airline catering, hospitality, large-scale food manufacturing, institutional food service, hotels, banquet operations, or other high-volume production kitchens.

Preferred

Additional culinary certifications (ACF, Diet Chef, Industrial Chef, Design Chef, or similar).
Passion for menu innovation and staying current with culinary trends.
Experience working in large-scale food production environments.

Schedule

Primarily a day shift position.
Flexibility is required based on operational needs and the Executive Chef's schedule.
Weekend work may occasionally be required.
Employees typically receive two consecutive days off.

Why Join?

Competitive salary of $90,000-$105,000
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Time
Work alongside an experienced Executive Chef and senior culinary leadership.
Outstanding opportunity to develop into an Executive Chef role with a company that values internal growth and leadership development.

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