Head Line Cook, Athletics - Quick Hire!

The University of Colorado Boulder is a distinguished public research institution located in Boulder, Colorado. It is renowned for being the only member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU) in the Rocky Mountain region. CU Boulder is deeply committed to fostering community engagement by leveraging collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The university embraces diversity and inclusion as core values and strives to create a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. With its beautiful setting and inspiring academic environment, CU Boulder attracts faculty, staff, and students dedicated to making a meaningful difference in Colorado communities and beyond. The university offers a comprehensive benefits package and promotes a culture of collaboration, excitement, and excellence, encapsulated in its mantra Be collaborative. Be excited. Be Boulder. The University of Colorado Athletic Dining Facility is seeking a motivated and skilled culinary professional for a hands-on culinary working position. This role provides oversight and leadership within the Athletic Dining Facility, working under the supervision of the Executive and Sous Chefs. The primary responsibilities involve preparing, assigning, and delegating the preparation of standardized recipes while ensuring the highest quality, allergen safety, and food safety standards. This position is pivotal in delivering exceptional customer service within a collaborative and supportive environment. The role requires adherence to the Athletic Department's Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, as well as all pertinent policies, procedures, and NCAA regulations. The position is full-time University Staff employment type, with an anticipated schedule from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM including nights and weekends as required by operational needs. The starting salary range for this position is $41,844 to $43,846 annually. The culinary role mandates a strong knowledge of kitchen preparation and operation, ensuring cleanliness, quality assurance, and compliance with food safety protocols and allergen standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for food prep, assembly, delegating food preparation tasks, and setting up and breaking down production and service areas. They will proficiently utilize a variety of kitchen equipment and consistently maintain food safety protocols to prevent cross-contact of allergens. Superior customer service skills are essential, and the candidate will lead by example with a positive, productive demeanor and effective communication skills. CU Boulder offers comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and retirement plans, generous paid time off, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and an ECO Pass for local transit. The Athletic Department also provides additional perks such as athletic event tickets in accordance with NCAA policies and the Nike Elite Employee Benefit. This role represents an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, high-volume kitchen environment that supports the well-being and performance of collegiate athletes. Prospective candidates should bring a passion for culinary arts, food safety, and customer service within a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. The University of Colorado Boulder is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals from diverse backgrounds, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

• Three years of work experience in food service industry
• ServSafe certified within 6 months of start date
• ability to work nights and weekends
• ability to be flexible in scheduling
• knowledgeable of food safety and allergen protocols
• ability to follow recipes and food preparation instructions
• ability to handle a variety of kitchen equipment
• ability to work in a high volume, high pressure kitchen
• ability to teach and maintain safe food handling practices
• excellent customer service skills