Executive Chef (Steakhouse)
$70K - $90K/yr
Cost amp; Inventory Management: Maintain food and labor costs within budgetary guidelines. Oversee food purchasing, inventory control, and vendor relationships, ensuring all stock levels meet ...
Executive Chef (Steakhouse)
$70K - $90K/yr
Cost amp; Inventory Management: Maintain food and labor costs within budgetary guidelines. Oversee food purchasing, inventory control, and vendor relationships, ensuring all stock levels meet ...
Assistant Kitchen Manager
$60K - $65K/yr
Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager, responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training ...
Assistant Kitchen Manager
$60K - $65K/yr
Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager, responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training ...
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Centennial, CO · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager, responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training ...
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Centennial, CO · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager, responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training ...
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Englewood, CO · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager, responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training ...
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Assistant Kitchen Manager
Englewood, CO · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager, responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training ...
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Centennial, CO · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager, responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training ...
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Centennial, CO · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
Under the direction of the Kitchen Manager, responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
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Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Kitchen Manager
$70K - $75K/yr
Kitchen Manager PURPOSE: Responsible for all kitchen functions including all back of house company ... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ...
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Kitchen Manager
$70K - $75K/yr
Kitchen Manager PURPOSE: Responsible for all kitchen functions including all back of house company ... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ...
New
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
Kitchen Manager PURPOSE: Responsible for all kitchen functions including all back of house company ... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ...
New
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
Kitchen Manager PURPOSE: Responsible for all kitchen functions including all back of house company ... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ...
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Cook
Denver, CO · On-site
$14.50 - $19.25/hr
... food purchasing, cooking, and cleaning within the Renewal Village. This position is located at 200 West Warner Place Denver, Colorado 80216 and reports to the Operations Manager. Fri and Sat 7:30AM-5 ...
Cook
Denver, CO · On-site
$14.50 - $19.25/hr
... food purchasing, cooking, and cleaning within the Renewal Village. This position is located at 200 West Warner Place Denver, Colorado 80216 and reports to the Operations Manager. Fri and Sat 7:30AM-5 ...
Cook
Denver, CO · On-site
$14.50 - $19.25/hr
... food purchasing, cooking, and cleaning within the Renewal Village. This position is located at 200 West Warner Place Denver, Colorado 80216 and reports to the Operations Manager. Fri and Sat 7:30AM-5 ...
Cook
Denver, CO · On-site
$14.50 - $19.25/hr
... food purchasing, cooking, and cleaning within the Renewal Village. This position is located at 200 West Warner Place Denver, Colorado 80216 and reports to the Operations Manager. Fri and Sat 7:30AM-5 ...
Dining Room Supervisor ~ Senior Living Community
Boulder, CO · On-site
$19.50 - $20.50/hr
Ability to read, write, and use mathematics and units of measurement, knowledge of menus, recipes, food purchasing, preparation, and storage. Ability to supervise and manage, knowledge of community ...
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Dining Room Supervisor ~ Senior Living Community
Boulder, CO · On-site
$19.50 - $20.50/hr
Ability to read, write, and use mathematics and units of measurement, knowledge of menus, recipes, food purchasing, preparation, and storage. Ability to supervise and manage, knowledge of community ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Behavioral Health Cook
$13 - $17.25/hr
Manage food inventory, supplies, and storage areas * Assist with ordering food and kitchen supplies ... Experience with menu planning and food purchasing * Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery ...
Behavioral Health Cook
$13 - $17.25/hr
Manage food inventory, supplies, and storage areas * Assist with ordering food and kitchen supplies ... Experience with menu planning and food purchasing * Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery ...
Executive Chef
Aurora, CO · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
Control food costs by managing inventory, purchasing, and minimizing waste. * Train, mentor, and provide feedback to kitchen staff to maintain consistent quality. * Ensure kitchen compliance with ...
Executive Chef
Aurora, CO · On-site
$85K - $95K/yr
Control food costs by managing inventory, purchasing, and minimizing waste. * Train, mentor, and provide feedback to kitchen staff to maintain consistent quality. * Ensure kitchen compliance with ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
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Kitchen Manager
Denver, CO · On-site
... food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness ... Experience as an assistant manager in the restaurant industry * Minimum of xx years of experience ...
Behavioral Health Cook
Grand Junction, CO · On-site
$13 - $17.25/hr
Manage food inventory, supplies, and storage areas * Assist with ordering food and kitchen supplies ... Experience with menu planning and food purchasing * Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery ...
Behavioral Health Cook
Grand Junction, CO · On-site
$13 - $17.25/hr
Manage food inventory, supplies, and storage areas * Assist with ordering food and kitchen supplies ... Experience with menu planning and food purchasing * Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery ...
Executive Chef
Denver, CO · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Oversee inventory management, food purchasing, vendor relations, and cost controls to achieve financial goals. * Manage labor scheduling to align with business levels while adhering to budget ...
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Executive Chef
Denver, CO · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Oversee inventory management, food purchasing, vendor relations, and cost controls to achieve financial goals. * Manage labor scheduling to align with business levels while adhering to budget ...
Food Purchasing Manager information
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$42.6K - $50.9K
4% of jobs
$50.9K - $59.2K
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$59.2K - $67.5K
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$69.3K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$67.5K - $75.9K
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The median wage is $84.9K / yr.
$84.2K - $92.5K
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$92.5K - $100.8K
11% of jobs
$102.6K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$100.8K - $109.1K
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$109.1K - $117.4K
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$42.6K
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How much do food purchasing manager jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for food purchasing manager in Colorado is $88,539.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,300.00 and $105,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What skills and qualifications are needed to be a food purchasing manager?
To thrive as a Food Purchasing Manager, you need a solid background in supply chain management, negotiation, budgeting, and knowledge of food safety standards, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management systems (such as ERP software), data analysis tools, and possibly certifications like Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are commonly valued. Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage vendor interactions and internal collaboration. These skills ensure efficient procurement processes, cost control, and high-quality food supply for the organization.
What does a food purchasing manager do?
A Food Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of food products for a business, such as a restaurant, hotel, or food distributor. They negotiate with vendors, ensure quality and cost-effectiveness, maintain inventory levels, and comply with food safety regulations. Their role is crucial in maintaining a steady supply chain while optimizing costs and ensuring high-quality standards.
What challenges does a food purchasing manager face?
Food Purchasing Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing cost efficiency with quality requirements, ensuring timely delivery despite supply chain disruptions, and adapting to fluctuating market prices. They also need to maintain strong supplier relationships while enforcing strict food safety and compliance standards. Successful managers proactively monitor inventory levels, anticipate demand shifts, and coordinate closely with culinary and operations teams. These challenges make the role dynamic and require strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
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$70K - $90K/yr
Full-time
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Job description
Job Title: Executive Chef
Location: Denver, Colorado (On-site, Full-time)
Company: Lotus Concepts Management
Salary: $70,000-$90,000 per year
Benefits: PTO, 401K Plan, Health Benefits (Optional), Daily Free Meal, Great Work Environment
About Us:
Lotus Concepts Management is a dynamic hospitality company operating some of Colorado’s most exciting venues, including Viewhouse, My Neighbor Felix, Wonderyard, and Belles amp; Boots. We're thrilled to introduce Noble, a modern steakhouse concept opening soon in Denver, CO.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at Noble, our newest concept, this individual must have deep knowledge of steakhouse cuisine. The Executive Chef will play a pivotal role in shaping the menu, building a high-performing back-of-house team, and ensuring the kitchen operates at the highest level of excellence and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
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Menu Development amp; Execution: Design and execute innovative seasonal menus while maintaining consistent quality and cost control. Develop daily specials and ensure the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
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Culinary Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers. Foster a positive team environment through training, coaching, and development.
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Cost amp; Inventory Management: Maintain food and labor costs within budgetary guidelines. Oversee food purchasing, inventory control, and vendor relationships, ensuring all stock levels meet operational needs while minimizing waste.
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Kitchen Operations: Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, sanitation standards, and food quality guidelines. Ensure all equipment is maintained in excellent working condition.
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Collaboration with FOH Management: Work closely with the front-of-house team to align culinary offerings with guest preferences and feedback. Collaborate on event menus, catering needs, and special promotions.
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Innovation amp; Trend Awareness: Stay current with food trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to bring fresh ideas to the menu. Encourage creative freedom while maintaining the restaurant’s brand and culinary vision.
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Hiring amp; Staff Development: Recruit and onboard new kitchen team members. Implement training programs to ensure ongoing development and maintain a high standard of culinary excellence.
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Health amp; Safety Compliance: Ensure the kitchen adheres to all food safety protocols, sanitation guidelines, and OSHA regulations. Lead by example in creating a safe and respectful work environment.
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Guest Satisfaction: Uphold high standards of food presentation, taste, and consistency to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Respond to guest feedback and adjust menus or operations as necessary to improve satisfaction.
Qualifications:
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Experience: Minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience, with at least 3 years in an Executive Chef or similar leadership role in a high-volume, high-quality restaurant.
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Education: Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred. Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques, kitchen management, and menu development required.
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Proficiency in both Spanish and English is preferred
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Skills:
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Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high attention to detail.
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Proficiency in kitchen equipment and food safety protocols.
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Strong understanding of food cost analysis and budgeting.
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