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University Chef Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

We know that a Chef's job isn't only about the food. It takes skills, dedication, patience, and the right opportunities. We're looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer ...

We know that a Chef?s job isn?t only about the food. It takes skills, dedication, patience, and the right opportunities. We?re looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer ...

We know that a Chef's job isn't only about the food. It takes skills, dedication, patience, and the right opportunities. We're looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer ...

We know that a Chef's job isn't only about the food. It takes skills, dedication, patience, and the right opportunities. We're looking for Chef Manager who can help us deliver the best customer ...

Head Chef

Boulder, CO · On-site

$32 - $36/hr

The Theta Beta chapter of Tri Delta at University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a Head Chef who will plan and prepare all meals provided at the chapter facility while maintaining and operating a ...

Sous Chef

Fort Garland, CO · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

The Sous Chef is an essential member of the culinary team. This position requires strong skills ... High school diploma required; university-level studies in Hospitality or the culinary arts ...

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Sous Chef Colorado College

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Sous Chef Colorado College Salary: 59,000-64,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion is Food ... Manages buffet-style banquet production and service for special events, conferences, and university ...

Sous Chef Colorado College

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Sous Chef Colorado College Salary: 59,000-64,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion is Food ... Manages buffet-style banquet production and service for special events, conferences, and university ...

Role Overview Sodexo is hiring our Chef Manager position for Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, Colorado . Our successful candidate will oversee the culinary operations for the campus dining ...

Sous Chef Colorado College

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Sous Chef Colorado College Salary: 59,000-64,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion is Food ... Manages buffet-style banquet production and service for special events, conferences, and university ...

Sous Chef Colorado College

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Sous Chef Colorado College Salary: 59,000-64,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Our Passion is Food ... Manages buffet-style banquet production and service for special events, conferences, and university ...

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How much do university chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for university chef 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 key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a university chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a University Chef, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning expertise, and often a formal culinary degree or certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety standards (such as ServSafe certification), and inventory management systems is typically required. Leadership, time management, and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse team are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure the delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals to a large campus community while maintaining efficiency, safety, and team morale.

What are some common challenges faced by a university chef, and how can they be addressed?

University Chefs often face the challenge of catering to a diverse student population with varying dietary needs, including allergies, religious restrictions, and lifestyle choices. Balancing quality, cost, and nutrition while preparing meals in large quantities can be demanding. Staying organized, maintaining open communication with dining staff, and collaborating with nutritionists and campus administrators can help address these challenges. Additionally, keeping up with food trends and student feedback ensures meal offerings remain appealing and inclusive.

What is a university chef?

University chefs are culinary professionals responsible for planning, preparing, and overseeing the food served in a university’s dining facilities. They design menus that accommodate a wide range of dietary preferences and nutritional needs for students, faculty, and staff. Their role often includes managing kitchen staff, ensuring food safety standards, and sourcing quality ingredients. University chefs play a key part in creating a positive dining experience on campus and may also participate in special campus events.

What is the difference between University Chef vs Culinary Instructor?

AspectUniversity ChefCulinary Instructor
Required CredentialsCooking experience, culinary certificationsCooking experience, culinary certifications, teaching credentials
Work EnvironmentUniversity kitchens, food service areasClassrooms, culinary labs, kitchens
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, food service providersEducational institutions, culinary schools
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The University Chef primarily focuses on preparing food and managing kitchen operations within a university setting, emphasizing culinary skills. In contrast, a Culinary Instructor teaches cooking techniques and culinary theory to students. While both roles require culinary certifications and experience, the University Chef is more hands-on in food preparation, whereas the Culinary Instructor combines culinary expertise with teaching responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various University Chef job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $53,864 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

SOUS CHEF 2- University of Colorado Greek House Chefs

GREEK HOUSE CHEFS INC

Boulder, CO • On-site

$23 - $26/hr

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Greek House Chefs rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 68 rated caterers


Job description

Summary/Objective:

Assists the Executive Chef to help manage daily kitchen activities such as preparing, seasoning, and cooking dishes, as well as effectively managing kitchen operations when the Executive Chef isn’t present, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, and monitoring ordering and stocking needs. Provides meal quality and consistency by following designated tasks and duties assigned by the Executive Chef.

Essential Functions:
  • Ensures the overall cleanliness of kitchens meets and exceeds GHC health and equipment cleaning standards
  • Performs periodic and regular inspections of kitchen to observe quality of food preparation and service; food appearance; and cleanliness and sanitation of production and service areas, equipment.
  • Leads kitchen team in chef's absence
  • Provides guidance to junior kitchen staff members.
  • Oversees and organize kitchen stock and ingredients when Exec isn’t present.
  • Ensures a first-in, first-out food rotation system and verify all food products are properly dated and organized for quality assurance.
  • Keeps service line prepped and stocked, especially before and during prime operation hours
  • Assists with supervision all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standards
  • Works with head chef to maintain kitchen organization, staff ability, and training opportunities
  • Verifies that food storage units all meet standards and are consistently well-managed
  • Assists Executive Chef with any duties or tasks needed.
  • Holds availability open for up to 3 special events per semester. It is a requirement for all chefs to be present for these events.
  • Maintains a pleasant appearance and always be in a clean GHC Blue Embroider chef coat while in the kitchen.
  • Communicates client feedback to chef and upper management as needed.
  • Receives trucks and check for quantity and quality
  • Always keeps a professional working relationship with all vendors, and clients.
  • Abides with all the scheduling and time management protocol as assigned by the Executive Chef or other GHC management.
  • Assists in monitoring scheduling and time management of self- and on-site staff.
  • Wash and clean raw food products; ensure proper rotation in ovens following proper hold time standards for all heated products
  • Stock/restock items online according to specifications
  • Transfers to other worksites as deemed necessary by management
  • Performs other duties as assigned
Abilities
  • Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
  • Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
  • Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
  • Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
  • Speech Clarity - The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
Education and/or Experience:
  • No prior experience or training.
  • 2 years of relevant experience
Language Skills:
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals communicated in English
  • Ability to effectively communicate before groups of customers or employees of organization as well as one-on-one interactions.
Technology
  • Compliance software -
  • Inventory management software -
  • Greek House Chefs App –
Tools
  • Commercial use blenders -
  • Commercial use broilers -
  • Commercial use convection ovens -
  • Commercial use cutlery - Boning knives; Chefs' knives
  • Commercial use deep fryers –
  • Commercial us mandolin slicers -
Skills
  • Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  • Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
  • Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
  • Ability to judge quality and quantity of raw and cooked items
  • Knowledge of workplace safety procedures
  • High energy and stamina are required
  • Ability to stay calm and work efficiently under pressure
  • Ability to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively
Work Activities
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
  • Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
  • Performing General Physical Activities - Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
 Work Context
  • Spend Time Standing - Continually or almost continually
  • Face-to-Face Discussions – Every day
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled - Every day
  • Very Hot or Cold Temperatures - Every day
  • Contact With Others - Constant contact with others
Work Styles
  • Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
  • Self-Control - Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
  • Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
  • Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
  • Stress Tolerance - Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • Acquires Serv Safe Certification within the first available class scheduled following employment. Maintain certification through duration of employment.
  • Valid food handlers card required (If required in State).
Physical Demands:
  • Ability to stand over 2/3 of the time.
  • Ability to walk over 2/3 of the time.
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs. under 1/3 of the time.
  • 90% Standing
  • 50% Walking
  • 10% Sitting
  • 50% Talking
  • 50% Hearing/Listening
  • 15% Stooping, Kneeling...
  • 75% Tasting or Smelling
  • 50% lifting: Up to 10 Pounds
  • 25% lifting: Up to 25 Pounds
  • 15% lifting: Up to 50 Pounds
  • 10% lifting: Over 50 Pounds

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