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Chef de Cuisine

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $57,158.40
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
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onboarding assistance

Job Description

CU Boulder is a prestigious public research university located in Boulder, Colorado, known for its vibrant campus life and commitment to academic excellence. Among its many divisions that support student success is the Division of Student Life, which encompasses over 30 departments providing a wide range of services and resources designed to foster student development. These services cover vital aspects of student life, including housing, dining, social involvement, and professional growth. With a strong emphasis on creating a supportive and inclusive environment, CU Boulder strives to ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive both personally and academically. The campus... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven and inclusive environment
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute
  • State Food Safety certified and/or certificate appropriate for the position level or the ability to obtain State Food Safety certification or certificate appropriate to position level within 6 months of hire
  • Must possess appropriate State Food Safety certification or certificate appropriate to position level for the duration of employment with CDH

Job Duties

  • Assists in design and implementation of menus in assigned area
  • Fulfills hands-on production of daily menus as assigned
  • Directs work flow of staff and production in assigned area
  • Monitors and reports on ingredient initiatives set by CDH Leadership
  • Tests and evaluates new food products and recipes as assigned by CDH leadership
  • Provides hands-on training of staff members, including students, on menu standards, production, equipment use and standard processes to streamline schedules and create efficiency
  • Places orders and receives products
  • Supports the development and implementation of quality standards of allergen-free goods aligning with Dining's allergen knowledge and labeling program
  • Ensures food security in all areas of operation
  • Ensures CDH operations perform efficiently and effectively, meeting all quality, production, safety, and sustainability standards
  • Ensures food production meets/exceeds all state and local food code standards, as well as internal food safety standards
  • Trains staff and monitors and evaluates food safety and sanitation practices to ensure staff compliance and standards as defined by CDH and other regulatory agencies
  • Instructs staff on scheduled cleaning of operational areas, including equipment, facilities, storage, and receiving areas
  • Audits allergen labeling practices in assigned restaurant/unit and takes corrective action
  • Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
  • Audits Procurant food safety solutions weekly reporting
  • Resolves production issues
  • Conducts performance plans for staff, holds others accountable with progressive coaching practices
  • Empowers others to make decisions in areas within their span of control, and participates in measures to increase employee engagement and empowerment
  • Ensures all Student life and Campus HR processes are followed including but not limited to injury reporting, staff leave requests, timekeeping, and assists staff members in navigating these processes as needed
  • Is responsible for and participates in any health inspection audits, including annual County Health inspections
  • Ensures safe/injury-free work environment
  • Responsible for all assigned duties in CBORD Food Service software
  • Serves on the food safety response team and responds to all food safety emergencies as appropriate to the work assignment
  • Displays and demonstrates excellent communication skills

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Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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