Head Chef — High-Volume Sports Bar Kitchen Leader

Trifecta Sports Bar; Castle Rock (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

Bonus program

Job summary

Trifecta Sports Bar & Grill in Castle Rock, Colorado is seeking a Head Chef to lead all culinary operations in a high-volume sports bar environment. You will drive menu development, ensure top quality, manage a training-driven team, and maintain strict food safety standards to boost guest satisfaction.

The role demands 5+ years of professional culinary experience, 2+ years in kitchen leadership, and a strong track record in food cost and labor control.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional culinary experience.
• At least 2 years in a kitchen leadership role (Head Chef, Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager).
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques: grilling, sauteing, frying, roasting, braising.
• Experience managing food costs and kitchen labor in a high-volume environment.
• ServSafe Manager certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Thorough understanding of food safety regulations and HACCP principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, production, and presentation.
• Execute and maintain consistent quality across all menu items.
• Manage high-volume service during peak hours and major sporting events.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and rotation (FIFO).
• Coordinate timing between kitchen stations for efficient service.
• Monitor and expedite orders to maintain ticket times under target.
• Create and develop seasonal menu items and daily specials.
• Collaborate with management on menu pricing and food cost analysis.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise all kitchen staff.
• Develop and standardize recipes with clear preparation instructions.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Food safety

Cost control

Staff training

Cooking techniques

ServSafe

Job description

Trifecta Sports Bar & Grill in Castle Rock, Colorado is seeking a Head Chef to lead all culinary operations in a high-volume sports bar environment. You will drive menu development, ensure top quality, manage a training-driven team, and maintain strict food safety standards to boost guest satisfaction.

The role demands 5+ years of professional culinary experience, 2+ years in kitchen leadership, and a strong track record in food cost and labor control.