Top 73 Dining room Jobs in Lawrence, Ks

Head Chef
ELDRIDGE HOTEL PARTNERS LLC —Lawrence, KS
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Hotel
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11d
Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher (Part-Time)
Meadowlark Estates —Lawrence, KS
- Part-time
- In person
- Background check
- Hospitality
- 18 years or older
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1d
Restaurant Server Assistant
Q39 BBQ Restaurant —Lawrence, KS
- $8 an hour
- Continuous improvement
- Organizational skills
- Restaurant
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Dining Server
Cedarhurst of Lawrence —Lawrence, KS
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Lead Dietary Server
Brandon Woods at Alvamar —Lawrence, KS
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
6d
Cook
MEDICALODGES INC. —Eudora, KS
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
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10d
Dining Service Aide- PartTime
Brewster Place —Topeka, KS
- $14.50 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
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Dining Service Aide PRN
Brewster Place —Topeka, KS
- $11 - $12 an hour
- PRN
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
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7d
Restaurant & Bakery Host/Cashier
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Dan Esmond —Lawrence, KS
- $11 - $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Server
Ihop —Lawrence, KS
- Full-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- Writing skills
- Basic math
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Busser
Shack Breakfast & Lunch —Lenexa, KS
- $13 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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Restaurant and Bakery, Prep cook and Baker
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Dan Esmond —Lawrence, KS
- $10 - $13 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Memory Care Support Partner 3pm-11pm $18.50-28 (Part Time)
The Crestone Senior Living —Olathe, KS
- $18.50 - $28.00 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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12d
MANAGER - 54th Street Restaurants
FIVE FOUR —Olathe, KS
- Online Application
- Bar
- Restaurant management
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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8d
Event Server - Legends Field
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Kansas City, KS
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
Server/Waiter
Topeka Country Club —Topeka, KS
- $15 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
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2d
Experienced Bartender
ELDRIDGE HOTEL PARTNERS LLC —Lawrence, KS
- Serving
- Bar
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Busser
Ihop —Lawrence, KS
- Full-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
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Team Member
Taco John's —Lawrence, KS
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
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4d
Busser
Olive Garden —Lawrence, KS
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Head Chef

ELDRIDGE HOTEL PARTNERS LLC
Lawrence, KS

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Job Details

11 days ago

Qualifications

Team leadership
Managing kitchen staff

Full Job Description

Head Chef

The Eldridge Hotel is looking for a new Head Chef. The Head Chef is responsible for leading all culinary operations for the hotel restaurant while supporting banquet, restaurant, and any other special event functions as needed. This position requires exceptional food quality, consistency, sanitation, and cost control while creating memorable dining experiences for hotel guests and local patrons. The Head Chef leads our culinary team, develops innovative new menus, maintains high operational standards, and collaborates with hotel management to achieve departmental and organizational goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operation of the hotel restaurant kitchen and support culinary operations for banquets, restaurant, room service, and special events.
Plan, develop, and update seasonal menus, daily specials, and promotional offerings that align with the hotel's brand and guest expectations.
Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to established quality, consistency, and presentation standards.
Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen staff, fostering a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
Develop staff schedules to ensure efficient kitchen coverage while managing labor costs.
Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
Monitor food quality throughout preparation and service, ensuring guest satisfaction and timely execution.
Manage food and supply ordering, inventory, receiving, and storage while minimizing waste and controlling costs.
Establish and monitor portion control, recipe consistency, and food cost targets.
Collaborate with the General Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Sales Team, and Event Coordinators to plan menus and execute successful meetings, weddings, and special events.
Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs.
Address guest feedback promptly and implement improvements when appropriate.
Ensure a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment that meets hotel standards.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and achieving departmental financial objectives.
Stay informed on culinary trends and introduce new menu ideas to enhance the guest experience.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience, preferably in a hotel, resort, or full-service restaurant environment.
Previous experience managing banquet or catering operations is preferred.
Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification or the ability to obtain certification within a designated timeframe.
Strong understanding of food safety regulations, inventory management, purchasing, and cost controls.
Experience managing labor budgets and kitchen scheduling.
Proficiency with kitchen equipment and standard culinary techniques.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong culinary creativity and menu development skills.
Effective leadership, coaching, and employee development.
Knowledge of banquet production and large-volume food preparation.
Financial acumen related to food costs, labor management, and budgeting.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain composure under pressure during peak service periods.
Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to work in hot, humid, and fast-paced kitchen environments.
Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts based on business needs.

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dining room jobs in lawrence, ks

Head Chef

Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher (Part-Time)

Restaurant Server Assistant

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Lead Dietary Server

Cook

Dining Service Aide- PartTime

Dining Service Aide PRN

Restaurant & Bakery Host/Cashier

Server

Busser

Restaurant and Bakery, Prep cook and Baker

Memory Care Support Partner 3pm-11pm $18.50-28 (Part Time)

MANAGER - 54th Street Restaurants

Event Server - Legends Field

Server/Waiter

Experienced Bartender

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