On-Site Lead Cook & Kitchen Ops Leader

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Lead Cook to supervise daily culinary operations, prepare meals from menus and recipes, and uphold high standards of quality, safety, and customer service in a fully on-site setting.

You will train and coach staff, monitor HACCP compliance and sanitation, manage inventory and procurement, and support menu management systems to promote efficiency and teamwork across the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a foodservice operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily culinary operations by preparing meals from menus and standardized recipes, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely service.
• Serve as work leader: assign tasks, train staff, and support a customer‑focused work environment.
• Maintain and monitor food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance, including temperature logs and hazard identification.
• Manage food handling, storage, and documentation, ensuring proper rotation, inventory accuracy, and system usage.
• Support procurement and inventory processes by monitoring stock levels and preparing items for future demand.
• Oversee kitchen operations including opening/closing, equipment readiness, and production levels.
• Participate in required training, certifications, and meetings; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Two years experience

Job description

Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Lead Cook to supervise daily culinary operations, prepare meals from menus and recipes, and uphold high standards of quality, safety, and customer service in a fully on-site setting.

You will train and coach staff, monitor HACCP compliance and sanitation, manage inventory and procurement, and support menu management systems to promote efficiency and teamwork across the kitchen.