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SSA Group

Executive Sous Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused. We bring together ...

Stonebridge Companies

Executive Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Executive Chef Location: Denver, CO FLSA: Exempt Status: Full-time Reports to: Director of Food and Beverage Pay Range: $90,000 - $105,000 per year The purpose of the Executive Chef is to coordinate ...

Stonebridge Companies

Executive Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Executive Chef Location: Denver, CO FLSA: Exempt Status: Full-time Reports to: Assistant General Manager Supervises: Culinary Team Members Pay Range: $85K-$95K Annually Job Summary: The Executive ...

ssagroup

Executive Sous Chef

Denver, CO

$66K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused. We bring together ...

ssagroup

Executive Sous Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused. We bring together ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Denver, CO

$65K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account * Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus * Produces and execute catering events

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Denver, CO · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account * Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus * Produces and execute catering events

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Denver, CO · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account * Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus * Produces and execute catering events

Flik Hospitality Group

SOUS CHEF

Denver, CO · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and control expenditures for the account * Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus * Produces and execute catering events

Aramark

Executive Chef

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$72K - $76K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet customer needs and tastes.

Aramark

Executive Chef

Lone Tree, CO

$72K - $76K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet customer needs and tastes.

Aramark

Executive Chef

Lone Tree, CO

$72K - $76K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet customer needs and tastes.

Aramark

Executive Chef

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$72K - $76K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet customer needs and tastes.

La Vietta

Executive Sous Chef

Denver, CO

$66K - $85K/yr

Executive Sous Chef - La Vietta Trattoria We're an exciting new Italian restaurant and are looking for a talented, passionate Executive Sous Chef to join our team. What You'll Do: * Assist the ...

La Vietta

Executive Sous Chef

Denver, CO

$65K - $72K/yr

Executive Sous Chef - La Vietta Trattoria We're an exciting new Italian restaurant and are looking for a talented, passionate Executive Sous Chef to join our team. What You'll Do: * Assist the ...

Warwick Hotel

Executive Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Position Summary Position Summary The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations at the Warwick Hotel Denver and Gattara Italian Restaurant, including menu development, food ...

Warwick Hotel

Executive Chef

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Position Summary Position Summary The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations at the Warwick Hotel Denver and Gattara Italian Restaurant, including menu development, food ...

Flik Hospitality Group

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Denver, CO · On-site

$71K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

EXECUTIVE CHEF - DEN United Club Pay Grade: G15 Reports To: General Manager Salary: 74000 - 90000 Other Forms of Compensation: What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions ...

Compass Group

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Denver, CO · On-site

$71K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

EXECUTIVE CHEF - DEN United Club Pay Grade: G15 Reports To: General Manager Salary: 74000 - 90000 Other Forms of Compensation: What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions ...

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How much do executive chef chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive chef chef in Wheat Ridge, CO is $92,336.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $104,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Chef Chef vs Sous Chef?

AspectExecutive Chef ChefSous Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, extensive experienceCulinary training, experience in kitchens
Work EnvironmentOversees entire kitchen operationsAssists Executive Chef, manages specific stations
Industry UsageLeadership role in restaurants and hotelsSecond-in-command, supports Executive Chef
Search & ComparisonOften searched together, but distinct rolesCommonly compared as second-in-command

The Executive Chef Chef is responsible for overall kitchen management, menu creation, and staff supervision, while the Sous Chef acts as the second-in-command, assisting the Executive Chef with daily operations. Both roles require culinary expertise, but the Executive Chef holds a higher leadership position with broader responsibilities.

What does an executive chef get paid?

An executive chef's salary varies based on experience, location, and establishment size, but typically ranges from $50,000 to $100,000 or more annually. They often receive benefits such as health insurance and may earn bonuses based on performance and restaurant success.

What does an executive chef actually do?

An executive chef oversees the entire kitchen operation, including menu planning, managing staff, ensuring food quality, and controlling costs. They coordinate between kitchen staff and management, often handle administrative tasks, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

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Infographic showing various Executive Chef Chef job openings in Wheat Ridge, CO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,336 per year, or $44.4 per hour.

Executive Sous Chef

SSA Group

Denver, CO • On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

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5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

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Job description

SSA Group at the Denver Zoo is looking for a talented Executive Sous Chef to join our team!
All applications should be submitted within 7-days following posting of the job; applications will be prioritized based upon time submitted and may not be reviewed beyond this time. The employer reserves the right to shorten or expand this timeframe as necessary to the job scope.
Who We Are:
At SSA, we believe our work matters because the people do. For more than 50 years, we've helped create experiences that leave people feeling connected, inspired, and reminded that fun still matters.
Whether you're looking for your first job, building your career, or bringing years of experience to a new role, you'll be part of a team that values your ideas, supports your growth, and encourages you to make an impact. More than 54% of our leaders are promoted from within, reflecting our commitment to investing in people and creating opportunities to succeed.
EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF
For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused.
We bring together admissions, culinary, and retail with innovation and human connection to shape a seamless guest journey.
Our focus is on people, innovation, and operational intelligence as a means to create special moments with lasting impact. We call it 452 Hospitality, the foundation of how we serve our partners and their communities.
Reporting Relationship
The Executive Sous Chef reports directly to the Executive Chef.
Responsibilities
People
  • Interview, hire, evaluate, reward, and progressively coach kitchen personnel as appropriate.
  • Develop culinary training programs for food production employees and serve as a culinary resource to promote quality food services. Ensure SSAfety training(s) completed with all staff upon hire.
  • Train kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery, as well as food production principles and practices.
  • Direct and coordinate the work of production and dish room staff as necessary.
  • Maintain communications with Food and Catering Operations teams through weekly meetings and daily conversations to ensure proper menu productions, standards, quality and amount of staff.
  • Maintains a close relationship with the client's staff to insure a positive working relationship.
  • Manage employees in accordance with State and Federal labor laws.
  • Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment.
  • Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures.

Operational Excellence
  • Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest and client.
  • Supervise period end inventory for all food and beverage areas.
  • Direct and participate in the daily preparation of standard and gourmet food items. Supervise and participate in the preparation and display of menu items for special functions
  • Monitor and track proper cooking and holding temperatures.
  • Ensure overall consistency and high quality across the various operations.
  • Assist Executive chef in planning menus based on such factors as market trends, customer preferences and nutritional considerations; design recipes, determine appropriate ingredients and specify individual serving portion for each recipe.
  • Ability to price out menus to offer strategic price increases.
  • Inspect all locations to observe quality of food preparation and service; food appearance; and cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, equipment and employee appearance.
  • Evaluate the quality of raw food and ensure the quality of the finished products.
  • Implement and enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and/or dining areas.
  • Comply with all food safety regulations and practices. Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.
  • Process invoices to office team ensuring smooth communication so that all vendors are paid within terms.
  • Manage all operational functions of the Culinary aspects within the Unit's operation.

Growth
  • Assist Executive Chef in controlling food cost through storeroom requisition systems, product storage requirements, standardization recipes and waste control procedures.
  • Help implement systems and processes that help make tasks efficient and strengthen the financial performance of the unit.
  • Support Executive Chef in preparing operational reports and analyses setting forth progress, trends and make appropriate recommendations.
  • Work with Executive Chef on analyzing sales and inventory to maximize opportunities.
  • Help Executive Chef and Operations Team in managing payroll and controllable profit within established guidelines. Meet payroll budget percent expectations by being strategic with coverage, on-call shifts, etc.

Support in scheduling appropriate staff levels in accordance with budget and business forecast.
  • Support precedent to achieve Sales, Per Cap & Controllable Budget.

Social Responsibility and Culture
  • Support incorporation of sustainable resources into the culinary selections.
  • Promote an inclusive & supportive approach at the Unit.
  • Supports unit in being an example for Company & Client guidelines with regard to Sustainability/Conservation efforts. Displays knowledge of efforts in business application as well as giving adequate opportunity for teaching to unit staff as necessary.
  • Supports SSA / Unit in driving community effort through hiring efforts, engagement activities, and focus on opportunities of giving back.
  • Perform other tasks as deemed necessary.

Job Requirements
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to articulate to our client, Resident Area General Manager and HQ personnel.
    • Proven leadership skills with an understanding of the importance of team building/development, while fostering partnerships.
    • Exceptional problem solving/decision making skills combined with the ability to be organized.
    • Demonstrates financial management, merchandising, analytical, planning and leadership skills.
    • Demonstrates the ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
    • Computer knowledge and skill level for basic office functions.
    • Physical ability to stand for extended periods and to move and handle boxes (35lbs) as necessary to operation, which entails lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above.
    • Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Previous Experience
    • Three to Five years Junior Sous Chef or like experience in high volume restaurant, country club, catering or cultural attraction venue.
    • Culinary Arts Degree preferred.
    • ServSafe or Food Handling Certified preferred.
    • Knowledge of HAACP.

This is by no means an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job description. The People Department reserves the right to revise the job description or to require that other or different tasks are performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technological developments)
Compensation and Benefits
    • Full-Time, Exempt
    • $75 monthly cell phone stipend
    • Flex Time Off: no accruals; employees are encouraged to schedule time off as needed within business scope.
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and other voluntary benefits for you and your family; employee premiums applicable.
    • Participation in a 401(k) program with a 15% company match (must be 21 years or older, eligible after one year of employment with 1,000 hours worked, available to enroll during Open Enrollment Periods).
    • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability, employer sponsored; scaled-salary pay following submission and approval of leave
    • Parental Leave: Birthing Parent Plan covers up to (6-8) weeks fully paid leave, based on the birthing event.
    • SSA Paid Benefit: Up to 120 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying reasons, including Parental Bonding and your family's serious medical conditions.
    • Up to 5 days Paid Bereavement Leave
    • On-Demand Pay Program: Get access to a portion of earned wages before payday.
    • Meal Plan & Employee Discounts where applicable
    • Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Accrual rates, caps, and usage rules vary by location.

    Locations include: Arizona, California, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, D.C.. Colorado: Employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year, under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Maryland: Employees accrue at least 1 hour of paid sick and safe leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year, as required under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act. Washington: Employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked, in accordance with the Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time.

SSA Holdings and its affiliated companies, including SSA Group, A&F Souvenir, Cinchio Solutions, and Behavioral Essentials, are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. A diverse team strengthens our collective impact.
All California Residents: By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the SSA Group California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Candidate and Employee Privacy Notice ("Notice").
San Francisco Residents: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Please see the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document for more information. By submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the "Fair Chance Ordinance - Know Your Rights" document.
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