Lead Cook & Culinary Team Leader

Colorado State University; Fort Collins, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO seeks a Lead Cook to manage daily culinary operations, train staff, and ensure top-quality meals and strict safety standards. This on-site role partners with Housing & Dining Services to deliver high-volume service in campus dining facilities.

The position emphasizes menu adherence, inventory control, and collaboration with procurement. ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it is required within six months.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a foodservice operation.
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Ability to lead and supervise culinary staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations by preparing meals from menus and recipes.
• Train staff and assign tasks to maintain quality and service.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance.
• Manage storage, inventory, and procurement support.
• Open/close kitchen and monitor production levels.

Skills

Two years experience in foodservice

ServSafe Certification

High-volume environment

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO seeks a Lead Cook to manage daily culinary operations, train staff, and ensure top-quality meals and strict safety standards. This on-site role partners with Housing & Dining Services to deliver high-volume service in campus dining facilities.

The position emphasizes menu adherence, inventory control, and collaboration with procurement. ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it is required within six months.