Top 246 Culinary manager Jobs in Washington State

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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Venue Stadium Chef
T-Mobile Park —Seattle, WA
- $138,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Team management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
Bon Appetit —Bellevue, WA
- $110,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Director of Food & Beverage
Muckleshoot Indian Casino —Auburn, WA
- From $171,838.40 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Director of Food & Beverage
Marriott International, Inc —Woodinville, WA
- $123,000 - $132,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- English
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Director of Dining Services
CCL Hospitality Group —Seattle, WA
- $110,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Recruiting
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Chef
Stonebridge —Seattle, WA
- $110,000 - $130,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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MANAGER CULINARY OPERATIONS
Lindblad Expeditions —Seattle, WA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- English
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Key Works —Seattle, WA
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Current TB test
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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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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GENERAL MANAGER
Compass Corporate —Seattle, WA
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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CHEF, SOUS Delta Sky Club SEA Airport
Eurest —SeaTac, WA
- $75,800 - $80,168 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Banquets Managers
Hilton Seattle Airport Hotel & Conference Center —SeaTac, WA
- $86,500 - $92,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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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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Private Chef - Washington State University
Gill Grilling Company —Pullman, WA
- $1,200 - $1,300 a week
- Weekends as needed
- Google Workspace
- ServSafe
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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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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Sous Chef Team Member Dining
Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel —Snoqualmie, WA
- $64,328.29 - $70,761.12 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Disability insurance
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Sous Chef | Hotel Leo
Columbia Hospitality Inc —Bellingham, WA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Kitchen Manager
Bethany Place —Spokane Valley, WA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- 18 years or older
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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3d
Assistant Manager - Restaurant
Island Lodge by Al Lago —Lake Tapps, WA
- $19 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Cash register
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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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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culinary manager jobs in washington state

Culinary Director

Venue Stadium Chef

Executive Chef

Director of Food & Beverage

Assistant Director of Food & Beverage

Director of Dining Services

Executive Chef

MANAGER CULINARY OPERATIONS

Kitchen Manager

Head Chef

GENERAL MANAGER

CHEF, SOUS Delta Sky Club SEA Airport

Banquets Managers

EXECUTIVE CHEF 1- University of Washington Greek House Chefs

Private Chef - Washington State University

TTC KITCHEN MANAGER

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