Chef Jobs in Colorado

A Chef is a culinary expert who prepares and cooks a variety of dishes, from simple to complex, in a professional setting such as a restaurant, hotel, or private establishment. They are responsible for creating menus, ensuring the freshness of ingredients, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. Chefs also manage the budget for food and kitchen supplies, negotiate supplier contracts, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Their role is pivotal in providing an excellent dining experience to customers, thereby contributing significantly to the Chef industry.

A Chef should possess key skills such as creativity, culinary expertise, leadership, time management, and communication. Having a profound understanding of various cooking techniques and food presentation is paramount. They should also be adept at multitasking, as they often handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, being ServSafe certified and having a degree in Culinary Arts or a related field is preferred. Prior to becoming a Chef, a person may have roles such as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager, to gain valuable experience and learn the intricacies of the industry.

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Performance Chef

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 9 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 9 hours ago

Executive Chef, Culinary Administrator, and Registered Dietitian informed of all production and recipe concerns. Participates in daily shift briefings....

Pizza Chef(06260) - 204 MT VIEW LANE

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Make/prepare food in a timely manner while maintaining the highest food safety standards. You are the trained expert crafting our handmade products in our stores with the knowledge and proficiency...

Pizza Chef(06272) - 2250 SANTA FE DRIVE

  • Pueblo, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Pueblo, CO
  • 4 days ago

Pizza Chef(06272) - 2250 SANTA FE DRIVE 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 2250 Santa Fe Drive, Pueblo, CO 81006 Job Description Make/prepare food in a timely manner while maintaining the highest food safety standards...

Chef Supervisor

  • Boulder, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 9 days ago

UCAR is excited to announce the job opening for Cafe Chef Supervisor - the Mesa Lab....

School Chef

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 12 days ago

In Food Service Operations at Primrose School of Fort Collins, the School Chef prepares delicious, nutritious food that helps fuel children as they explore, play and develop a lifelong love of learning...

Pasta cook/saute chef

  • Gypsum, CO
  • 13 days ago
  • Gypsum, CO
  • 13 days ago

Requirements: 2+ years experience in pasta cooking and saute cooking. Strong knowledge in Italian cuusine, pasta preparation, and sauce technique. Familiarity with kitchen safety and sanitation...

Pizza Chef(06368) - 401 E MAIN STREET

  • Florence, CO
  • 15 days ago
  • Florence, CO
  • 15 days ago

Company Description Job Description Make/prepare food in a timely manner while maintaining the highest food safety standards. You are the trained expert crafting our handmade products in our...

Chef- Sheriff's Office Detention Center

  • Eagle, CO
  • 21 days ago
  • Eagle, CO
  • 21 days ago

The Detention Center's Chef performs institutional food services involving the preparation of a large volume and variety of food within the Eagle County Detention Facility....

Model Servers & Professional Chefs

  • Denver, CO
  • 25 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 25 days ago

Sous Chefs & Private Chefs Looking for confident chefs with a passion for elevated dining experiences....

Chef

  • CO
  • 29 days ago
  • CO
  • 29 days ago

The Opportunity: The Chef may be either a full-time or part-time (less than 30 hours per week) position. The Chef reports to the Denver Food Services leadership team (i.e....

Pizza Chef(06369) - 481 HIGHWAY 105

  • Monument, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monument, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Pizza Chef(06369) - 481 HIGHWAY 105 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Monument, CO Job Description Make/prepare food in a timely manner while maintaining the highest food safety standards....

Pizza Chef(06257) - 330 N WAHSATCH AVENUE

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Make/prepare food in a timely manner while maintaining the highest food safety standards. You are the trained expert crafting our handmade products in our stores with the knowledge and proficiency...

Camp Chef In Colorado (Seasonal)

  • Durango, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durango, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Camp Chef in Colorado (Seasonal) Colvig Silver Camps Date Posted June 20, 2025 Location Durango, CO Category Culinary / Education Job type Summer Job COMPANY DESCRIPTION Colvig Silver Camps is a family-owned...

Pizza Chef(06275) - 1003 ROYAL GORGE BLVD

  • CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • CO
  • 30+ days ago

Make/prepare food in a timely manner while maintaining the highest food safety standards. You are the trained expert crafting our handmade products in our stores with the knowledge and proficiency...

Cafe chef

  • Pueblo, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pueblo, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Cafe chef Job Poster : Jobs Skills:chef | Location: Pueblo, Colorado, United States Of America Views:6 Our client is looking for an experienced, passionate chef for a busy little kitchen, to start early...

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