Head Chef

Denver, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $32.00 - $36.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job Description

The Theta Beta chapter of Tri Delta at the University of Colorado Boulder is a prestigious collegiate sorority committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for its members. Tri Delta, also known as Delta Delta Delta, is a national organization known for its dedication to philanthropy, leadership, and sisterhood. The chapter at this university upholds these values while providing an exceptional living experience for its 68 residents and house director. The sorority's residential facility serves as a hub for academic growth, social development, and community engagement, making it vital to have a dependable culinary team that ensures nutritious, tasteful, and diverse meal options tailored to the unique needs of its collegiate members.

The Head Chef role at Tri Delta's Theta Beta chapter is a full-time, hourly, and seasonal position based on-site. The successful candidate will lead the kitchen operations by planning, preparing, and delivering all meals served at the chapter house. This includes a continental breakfast bar as well as hot lunch and dinner offerings. Managing the kitchen's cleanliness, safety, and sanitary conditions is crucial to maintain a first-class environment that supports the health and wellbeing of all residents. The Head Chef will have direct supervision by the House Director and will oversee a small kitchen team that consists of a Sous Chef, Kitchen Assistant, and several Dining Assistants. This supervisory responsibility entails not only culinary leadership but also staff coordination and development.

Working with Tri Delta means joining a mission-driven culture that values a positive work environment and upholds the standards of the sorority. The schedule is designed around a typical 40-hour workweek, Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm, with a midday break. The position also offers paid vacation and holidays at 40 hours per semester and includes comprehensive benefits such as health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision, retirement plans, and life insurance. The job is seasonal, aligned with the university's academic calendar, providing work only when the university is in session, allowing for balanced professional and personal life.

The ideal candidate for the Head Chef role is an experienced culinary professional with at least five years of relevant experience, capable of managing large-scale meal planning and kitchen operations. They must be adept at accommodating dietary restrictions, ensuring meals meet nutritional requirements while catering to various food allergies and preferences among residents. The chef will be responsible for maintaining compliance with all health and safety regulations, overseeing inventory management, and fostering a positive relationship with the kitchen staff and chapter members. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently while aligning with Tri Delta's core values and community standards. This role promises a dynamic and rewarding experience for culinary leaders who thrive in fast-paced, community-centered environments and are passionate about contributing to a collegiate living experience that champions health, safety, and camaraderie.

Job Requirements

Five plus years of related experience
Possesses a specialty or advanced certification in culinary arts or equivalent experience
Experience in large scale meal planning and kitchen management
Staff relations skills
Customer service skills
Safety standards knowledge
Preferred ServSafe Certification
Computer skills including web browsing, email, and Office products
Ability to speak and read English
Meet physical requirements including lifting no more than 40 lbs, standing for long periods, and using hands to handle tools
Ability to model and promote Tri Delta’s employee values
Ability to use discretion and independent judgment

Job Qualifications

Five plus years of related experience
Possesses a specialty or advanced certification in culinary arts or equivalent experience
Possesses experience in large scale meal planning and kitchen management
Possesses staff relations, customer service, and safety standards skills
Preferred ServSafe Certified
Possesses skills to operate a computer including web browsing, email, and Office products
Ability to speak and read English
Ability to model, teach, and promote Tri Delta’s employee values
Ability to use proper discretion and independent judgment in carrying out the primary roles and responsibilities of the position

Job Duties

Provide safety, security, and emergency support for the kitchen environment and its employees
Communicate, promote and oversee compliance with all local, state and federal large kitchen and food safety laws and procedures
Promptly notify the house director of any maintenance problems or unsafe conditions in or around the kitchen
Oversee the stock of food and kitchen supplies
Ensure that planned meals are nutritiously balanced and healthy, and accommodate residents or meal plan participants with food allergies or specific dietary requirements
Thoroughly check and store food and supplies that are delivered to the facility and promptly remit any purchase orders or purchase receipts from the food vendor to the house director
Supervise all kitchen staff in the joint preparation of meals
Collaborate with the house director to facilitate the planning and management of the operations budget for the kitchen
Observe kitchen and chapter rules, as determined by the chapter and house director
Refrain from the use of alcohol or drugs in and around the chapter territory
Maintain a professional relationship with all chapter members and residents, employees, and volunteers