On-Site Retail Kitchen Lead

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s Housing & Dining Services is seeking a Retail Operations Chef to lead daily production for multiple outlets, catering, and Braiden Dining Center in Fort Collins. The role emphasizes quality, cost control, and staff training while ensuring safety and sanitation compliance.

Responsibilities include recipe standardization, menu management, inventory control, and waste reduction initiatives, with emphasis on sustainability and operational excellence in a high-volume

Qualifications

• Two years of progressive supervision and leadership experience in food service.
• Experience with multiple cooking styles and diverse cuisines.
• Prefer degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent.
• Experience overseeing a staff of 10+ in a high-volume operation.

Responsibilities

• Direct and support day-to-day food production for multiple outlets and Braiden Dining Center.
• Write and standardize large- and small-batch recipes.
• Use the menu management system to place orders and monitor production levels.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards through inspections and training.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate staff.
• Monitor performance, quality, waste reduction, and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Cooking styles

Staff supervision

Food safety awareness

Education

Culinary Arts degree

High School Diploma with dining experience

Tools

Menu management software

Inventory management software

Food ordering systems

Job description

Colorado State University’s Housing & Dining Services is seeking a Retail Operations Chef to lead daily production for multiple outlets, catering, and Braiden Dining Center in Fort Collins. The role emphasizes quality, cost control, and staff training while ensuring safety and sanitation compliance.

Responsibilities include recipe standardization, menu management, inventory control, and waste reduction initiatives, with emphasis on sustainability and operational excellence in a high-volume