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Chef Hourly Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.50 - $27.28/hr

Hourly Wage Estimate: $19.50 - $27.28 / hour Learn more about the benefits offered for this job ... Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Chef? At HCA HealthONE ...

Sous Chef

Denver, CO

$70K - $85K/yr

$70000 per year - $85000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great-tasting food; proper food ...

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Sous Chef

Denver, CO

$70K - $85K/yr

$70000 per year - $85000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great-tasting food; proper food ...

Sous Chef

Denver, CO

$70K - $85K/yr

$70000 per year - $85000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great-tasting food; proper food ...

Sous Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

$70000 per year - $85000 per year The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great-tasting food; proper food ...

Sous Chef

Vail, CO · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Sous Chef Full-Time · Vail, Colorado · Reports to the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef ABOUT THE SIXTY TWO SOCIETY THE SIXTY TWO™ Society is a privately owned, membership-based social ...

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How much do chef hourly jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for chef hourly in Colorado is $25.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.69 and $32.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities and team interactions for a chef hourly position?

As a Chef Hourly, your daily responsibilities generally include preparing and cooking menu items according to standardized recipes, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety guidelines are followed. You will work closely with other kitchen staff such as line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers, as well as communicate regularly with front-of-house staff to coordinate timely food service. The role often requires adaptability during busy periods and a strong sense of teamwork to keep operations running smoothly. Effective communication and attention to detail are key to success in this fast-paced environment.

What is a chef hourly?

Chef Hourly jobs refer to culinary positions where chefs are paid by the hour, rather than receiving a fixed annual salary. Hourly chefs typically work in restaurants, catering services, hotels, or institutional kitchens and are responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting food according to menu specifications. These roles may include tasks such as maintaining kitchen cleanliness, supervising junior staff, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Compensation and hours can vary based on the employer, location, and level of experience. Chef Hourly positions are ideal for those who seek flexible work hours or are starting their culinary careers.

What is the difference between Chef Hourly vs Line Cook?

AspectChef HourlyLine Cook
CredentialsCulinary degree or equivalent experienceHigh school diploma or culinary training
Work EnvironmentVaries from fine dining to casual restaurants, often with more responsibilitiesKitchen stations in restaurants, focusing on specific prep or cooking tasks
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across all restaurant types, often with supervisory dutiesCommon in restaurants, hotels, and catering services
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing roles with more responsibility or higher payPeople seeking entry-level kitchen positions

While both roles work in restaurant kitchens, a Chef Hourly typically has more experience, responsibilities, and often supervises others, whereas a Line Cook focuses on specific cooking tasks. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position based on their skills and career goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chef hourly, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chef Hourly, you need foundational culinary skills, experience in food preparation, and often a food handler's certification or culinary degree. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory systems, and point-of-sale software is typically required. Strong teamwork, time management, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for excelling in a fast-paced kitchen environment. These abilities ensure efficient kitchen operations, consistent food quality, and a positive dining experience for guests.
What are the most commonly searched types of Chef jobs in Colorado? The most popular types of Chef jobs in Colorado are:

$19.50 - $27.28/hr

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Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $19.50 - $27.28 / hour
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Chef? At HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Chef will provide direction and assistance as needed to other cooks on duty to maintain proper operations and will assume full responsibility for all food production on their shift. The Chef is responsible for assisting the production supervisor in menu development, proper hot and cold food production, proper service and storage of food according to HACCP Guidelines and regulatory agency standards. Maintains a high standard of food handling and cleanliness in the work area. Other responsibilities include overseeing production for quality control, portion control, management of waste and utilization of leftovers to control food cost. Provide direction and assistance to cooks on duty to ensure quality and timely service. Learn ordering and receiving process. When need arises, will perform other duties as assigned.  


What qualifications you will need: 


Meets the expectations and assumes accountability for all on-going job responsibilities.  Balances unexpected tasks while performing on-going responsibilities under ordinary direction and minimal supervision.  Current and proficient on job-related knowledge, skills, and industry changes.  Demonstrates understanding of job relative to Hospital Operations. 


Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English, skills in math, language, and reasoning.  Need to be congenial and cooperative with all nutrition services and nursing personnel. Must be able to perform several tasks simultaneously during peak times.  Computer and Nutrition knowledge helpful.  Food safety knowledge.  Effective supervision and leadership of all positions in the kitchen. Must be able to safely operate all food service institutional equipment.  Must show good judgment and reliability.  Must possess strong planning, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills.   


Licensure/Certification/Registration: Serve - Safe Certified preferred.  


Education: Culinary degree preferred.  


Experience: Minimum of three years culinary experience.  

Benefits

HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals is Presbyterian/St. Luke’s (P/SL). P/SL has been meeting the healthcare needs of patients and their families from across the Rocky Mountain region for more than 140 years. Included on the P/SL campus is Rocky Mountain Children’s, a dedicated pediatric hospital, making the campus the only tertiary/quaternary combined pediatric and adult hospital in this region. P/SL is home to an award-winning cancer program including the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, a solid organ transplant program, and complex orthopedics. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Chef opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

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