Lead Culinary & Events Operations

Taste Buds Kitchen - Bellevue; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Taste Buds Kitchen in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Lead Culinary & Operations Assistant for approximately 20 hours per week. The role combines kitchen operations, class support, and guest hosting in a fast-paced, family-friendly environment.

You will assist with grocery shopping, inventory, and event setup, while supporting instructors and hosts to ensure memorable experiences for guests of all ages. A Washington Food Worker Card is required when applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality, food service, catering, culinary instruction, event hosting, or a related field preferred.
• Comfortable with basic cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Previous experience working with children or leading group activities is a plus.
• Ability to obtain a Washington State Food Worker Card.
• Reliable transportation for grocery shopping and purchasing responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends based on event schedules.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate grocery shopping and ingredient purchasing for upcoming classes, camps, and private events.
• Manage inventory, organize supplies, and help minimize food waste.
• Prepare, measure, and portion ingredients according to recipes and class requirements.
• Ensure the kitchen is organized, stocked, and ready for upcoming events.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and kitchen organization.
• Assist culinary instructors with cooking classes, birthday parties, camps, and corporate events.
• Help lead cooking demonstrations and hands-on culinary activities.
• Set up and break down cooking stations and event spaces.
• Step in as an event host or culinary instructor when trained and needed.
• Help ensure classes and events run smoothly, safely, and on schedule.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Customer service

Team leadership

Job description

Taste Buds Kitchen in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Lead Culinary & Operations Assistant for approximately 20 hours per week. The role combines kitchen operations, class support, and guest hosting in a fast-paced, family-friendly environment.

You will assist with grocery shopping, inventory, and event setup, while supporting instructors and hosts to ensure memorable experiences for guests of all ages. A Washington Food Worker Card is required when applicable.