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Government Chef Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

System Adminstrator

Aurora, CO · On-site

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

We are a full-service government solutions company. Harnessing the most advanced technology and ... Experience with configuration management tools such as Puppet, Chef, or Ansible * Experience with ...

Kitchen Cook

Denver, CO · On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Perform other appropriate tasks assigned by the Chef and Sous Chefs. * Follow all club policies ... government. The information will include negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed ...

Kitchen Cook

Denver, CO · On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Perform other appropriate tasks assigned by the Chef and Sous Chefs. * Follow all club policies ... government. The information will include negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed ...

DevOps Engineer II

Lone Tree, CO · Hybrid

$82K - $112K/yr

Terraform (preferred), Ansible, Cloud Formation, ARM Templates, Chef, Puppet. * CI/CD Pipelines ... Azure Government. * AWS Government. * Checkmarx, Fortify, SonarQube, Aqua, Twistlock. Essential ...

DevOps Engineer II

Lone Tree, CO · On-site

$82K - $112K/yr

Terraform (preferred), Ansible, Cloud Formation, ARM Templates, Chef, Puppet. * CI/CD Pipelines ... Azure Government. * AWS Government. * Checkmarx, Fortify, SonarQube, Aqua, Twistlock. Essential ...

Supervise and lead kitchen staff, including cooks, prep chefs, and dishwashers. * Ensure the ... Topgolf participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 ...

Supervise and lead kitchen staff, including cooks, prep chefs, and dishwashers. * Ensure the ... Topgolf participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 ...

... Government and Department of Defense. As one of the nation's top 100 defense companies, the ... IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation) and config management (Ansible, Chef, Puppet, DSC). * Linux and ...

Lead DevOps Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$175K - $240K/yr

You should expect to spend some portion of time every week (2-3 days) in STR's or US Government ... or Chef) * Containerization technologies such as Docker and Podman * Kubernetes management ...

Lead DevOps Engineer

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$175K - $240K/yr

You should expect to spend some portion of time every week (2-3 days) in STR's or US Government facilities.  You can expect to support software applications deployed on ...

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Government Chef information

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$30K

$67.3K

$99.9K

How much do government chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for government chef in Colorado is $67,291.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,600.00 and $78,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of teams do government chefs typically collaborate with, and how does this impact daily operations?

Government Chefs often work closely with dietitians, food service managers, procurement staff, and kitchen personnel to plan and execute meals that meet specific guidelines and budgets. They may also coordinate with security, event planners, or healthcare professionals depending on the facility, such as schools, correctional institutions, or government offices. This collaboration ensures that menu offerings are nutritious, cost-effective, and meet regulatory requirements, while also supporting smooth kitchen workflows. Being part of a multidisciplinary team allows Government Chefs to play a vital role in public service and positively impact the wellbeing of those they serve.

What is a government chef?

A Government Chef is responsible for preparing meals in government institutions such as military bases, correctional facilities, schools, or official residences. They follow strict food safety regulations and often manage a team of kitchen staff. Their duties may include menu planning, budgeting, and ensuring meals meet dietary and nutritional guidelines. Depending on the setting, they may cater for large groups or prepare high-profile meals for government officials.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a government chef?

To thrive as a Government Chef, you need expertise in large-scale food preparation, menu planning, and safe food handling, typically complemented by formal culinary training and relevant certifications like ServSafe. Experience with institutional kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and compliance with federal or state food safety regulations is also important. Leadership, attention to detail, and strong communication skills are vital for managing staff and coordinating with other departments. These competencies ensure efficient kitchen operations, high-quality meal service, and adherence to strict health and safety standards in a public sector environment.

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Infographic showing various Government Chef job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,291 per year, or $32.4 per hour.

System Adminstrator

Everwatch

Aurora, CO • On-site

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Job TitleSystem AdminstratorOverview

EverWatch is a government solutions company providing advanced defense, intelligence, and deployed support to our country's most critical missions.  We are a full-service government solutions company. Harnessing the most advanced technology and solutions, we strengthen defenses and control environments to preserve continuity and ensure mission success.

EverWatch employees are focused on tackling the most difficult challenges of the US Government. We offer the best salaries and benefits packages in our industry - to identify and retain the top talent in support of our critical mission objectives.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Responsibilities

Your combination of people skills and system administrator knowledge makes you the team hero, solving one problem after another. What if you could use those skills to improve the technology supporting the Intelligence Community? We're looking for a system administrator with a background in system design and maintenance to help us modernize our nation's security infrastructure. 

As a system administrator on our team, you'll constantly look for ways to make the infrastructure better using the latest technology and the best implementation strategies. You'll help clients overcome tough challenges through monitoring and performance management. Your knowledge will be vital as you identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement in a mission-critical network. Your communication skills will come in handy as you turn metrics into information and articulate their meaning.  

This is an opportunity to gain experience in cloud computing and artificial intelligence.  We focus on growing as a team, so we'll share techniques, work through challenges, and develop new methodologies together. Work with us and resolve daily challenges as we improve our ability to respond to the challenges of tomorrow. 

Qualifications

You Have:

  • 8+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator or in a similar IT support role
  • Experience with operating systems such as Windows, Linux, or macOS and server administration
  • Experience with network protocols such as DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, or VPNs
  • Experience with system virtualization such as VMware or Hyper-V
  • Experience with cloud services such as AWS or Azure
  • Knowledge of backup and recovery solutions, disaster recovery planning, and system monitoring
  • Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate administrative tasks
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues.
  • TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
  • HS Diploma or GED

Nice if You Have:

  • 15+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator or in a similar IT support role
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes
  • Experience with configuration management tools such as Puppet, Chef, or Ansible
  • Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server, CompTIA Network+, or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)

Clearance: 

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation at EverWatch is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $72.12 to $110.58 per hour.  The estimate displayed represents the typical compensation range for this position and is just one component of EverWatch's total compensation package for employees.  

Job LocationsUS-MD-Annapolis Junction US-CO-AuroraSkillssystem administrationMinMaxEmployment Type: OTHER