Head Chef | Menu Innovation & Culinary Leadership (Denver)

Meridian North Solutions; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Meridian North Solutions in Denver, CO, is hiring a Head Chef for a full-time, on-site role. The position requires 3+ years of leadership experience in a kitchen and a culinary degree is preferred but not required.

You will oversee menu planning, kitchen operations, and staff with a focus on health, safety, and quality. The Denver office offers a collaborative, professional environment with opportunities to plan events, manage inventory, and coordinate with other departments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as Head Chef or similar leadership role.
• Culinary degree preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and event planning is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain menus aligned with wellness initiatives.
• Oversee daily food preparation and kitchen operations, ensuring health and safety standards.
• Manage culinary staff, providing training, guidance and motivation for exceptional service.
• Source, purchase and manage inventory of food and beverages.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate food services with events and meetings.
• Demonstrate a proven track record in leading kitchen operations and staff supervision.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Team training

Event coordination

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Meridian North Solutions in Denver, CO, is hiring a Head Chef for a full-time, on-site role. The position requires 3+ years of leadership experience in a kitchen and a culinary degree is preferred but not required.

You will oversee menu planning, kitchen operations, and staff with a focus on health, safety, and quality. The Denver office offers a collaborative, professional environment with opportunities to plan events, manage inventory, and coordinate with other departments.