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Culinary Purchaser Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Executive Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

Managing food and labor costs, culinary budgets, vendor relationships, purchasing strategies, and inventory controls. * Maintaining exceptional standards for food quality, presentation, sanitation ...

Executive Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

Managing food and labor costs, culinary budgets, vendor relationships, purchasing strategies, and inventory controls. * Maintaining exceptional standards for food quality, presentation, sanitation ...

Executive Chef

Avon, CO · On-site

$80K - $111K/yr

Setting and Maintaining Goals for Culinary Function and Activities Develops and implements guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas. Establishes goals including ...

Executive Chef

Avon, CO · On-site

$139K - $189K/yr

Setting and Maintaining Goals for Culinary Function and Activities • Develops and implements guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas. • Establishes goals including ...

Executive Chef

Avon, CO · On-site

$80K - $111K/yr

Setting and Maintaining Goals for Culinary Function and Activities Develops and implements guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas. Establishes goals including ...

Executive Sous Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$65K - $83K/yr

Setting and Maintaining Goals for Culinary Function and Activities Develops and implements guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas. Establishes goals including ...

Executive Sous Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$65K - $83K/yr

Setting and Maintaining Goals for Culinary Function and Activities Develops and implements guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas. Establishes goals including ...

Executive Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Culinary Team Members Pay Range: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 annually Job Summary The Executive Chef oversees all food purchasing and preparation for the hotel's food service outlets and events. This ...

... culinary concerns or challenges. Cost Management: Maintain appropriate food costs through effective preparation, portion control, inventory management, purchasing, and waste reduction. Work Habits:

... culinary concerns or challenges. Cost Management: Maintain appropriate food costs through effective preparation, portion control, inventory management, purchasing, and waste reduction. Work Habits:

Executive Chef

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$72K - $76K/yr

... purchase * Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance * Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary ...

Executive Chef

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$72K - $76K/yr

... purchase * Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance * Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary ...

Executive Chef

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$72K - $76K/yr

... purchase * Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance * Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary ...

Executive Chef

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$72K - $76K/yr

... purchase * Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance * Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary ...

Executive Chef

Highlands Ranch, CO · On-site

$72K - $76K/yr

... purchase * Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance * Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary ...

Sous Chef

Arvada, CO · On-site

$66K - $90K/yr

Knowledge of inventory control, purchasing, and cost management principles.Ability to supervise, train, motivate, and develop culinary staff.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume ...

Chef Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Purchase all food, beverage, and supplies from corporate approved vendors. * Complete and manage ... Five years' experience in a similar culinary management position that may include retail, hotels ...

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Culinary Purchaser information

What is the difference between Culinary Purchaser vs Kitchen Manager?

AspectCulinary PurchaserKitchen Manager
Primary RoleProcures ingredients and supplies for culinary operationsOversees daily kitchen operations and staff management
CredentialsFood safety certifications, purchasing experienceFood safety certifications, management experience
Work EnvironmentOffice and supplier interactions, inventory managementKitchen, supervising staff, ensuring food quality
Industry UsageCommon in hospitality, catering, food service companiesFound in restaurants, hotels, institutional kitchens

The Culinary Purchaser focuses on sourcing and purchasing ingredients, while the Kitchen Manager oversees daily kitchen operations and staff. Both roles require food safety knowledge, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Culinary Purchaser job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Executive Chef

Denver, CO • On-site

Compass Group
Catering • 10K+ employees

$85K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a culinary vision that reflects the operation's mission and guest experience.

  • Oversee all kitchen operations, including staffing, scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, food preparation, and service.

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the culinary team while maintaining standards for food quality, safety, and operational efficiency.


Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,099 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Position Title: Executive Chef 

Salary: $85,000 to $105,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Eligible for a 10% Incentiv Bonus 

CULINAIRE provides upscale food and beverage management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art museums, cultural landmarks, hotels, performing arts centers, restaurants, and special event venues. While our portfolio is diverse, the one constant in every operation that we manage is our total commitment to our associates to put their career path, safety and success as our top priority, as well as to provide sophisticated, delicious food and warm service to our guests.

www.culinaireintl.com

Job Summary

The Executive Chef will be responsible for establishing the culinary identity of the operation, developing a compelling and seasonally driven menu, and building a kitchen culture grounded in hospitality, creativity, excellence, and operational discipline. The ideal candidate brings a sophisticated culinary point of view, strong leadership skills, and the ability to translate a creative vision into an exceptional, consistently executed guest experience. This position is located at the Denver Art Museum and you will be a chef partner with Jen Jasinski.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and executing a compelling culinary vision that reflects Canyon Museum's mission and guest experience.
  • Creating seasonal, ingredient-driven menus that balance creativity, quality, and operational excellence.
  • Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing culinary team while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and collaboration.
  • Overseeing all kitchen operations, including staffing, scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, food preparation, production, and service execution.
  • Establishing and maintaining recipes, training programs, culinary standards, and operational systems to ensure consistency and efficiency.
  • Partnering with front-of-house leadership to deliver seamless hospitality experiences for daily visitors, private events, exhibitions, and special programming.
  • Managing food and labor costs, culinary budgets, vendor relationships, purchasing strategies, and inventory controls.
  • Maintaining exceptional standards for food quality, presentation, sanitation, safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Continuously evaluating guest feedback, culinary trends, and operational performance to enhance the overall culinary program.
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Preferred Qualifications:

  • A.S. or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
  • Extensive catering experience a plus
  • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
  • Institutional and batch cooking experiences
  • Hands-on chef experience a must
  • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
  • Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities 
  • ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Apply to Culinaire today!

Culinaire is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story

Associates at Culinaire are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Culinaire-Landing-Page_Feb2026.pdf 

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Culinaire maintains a drug-free workplace.


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