Retail Operations Chef – ATT

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

Fully in-person/on-site

Fort Collins, CO

Full time

R2026107384

Job Description

The Retail Operations Chef for is responsible for producing high-quality food for multiple retail operations, catering, and an athletic training table housed in Braiden Dining Center by managing the quality and quantity of meals produced and controlling food, labor, and supply costs through proper ordering, receiving, and allocation of resources. The position will serve in a supervisory role by managing and training kitchen staff. They are responsible for ensuring complete staff compliance with established recipe-related procedures. This position also promotes safety, sanitation, and accident prevention by managing daily operations.

Full Consideration Date

This posting will remain open until filled.

Housing & Dining Services

Please visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/ to learn about joining Housing & Dining Services (HDS) as one of the largest departments on campus and is responsible for the management, finance, administration, and program development of all University housing facilities, including residence halls, university apartments, and Mountain Campus.

Essential Job Duties

• Direct and support the day-to-day food production for multiple retail outlets, catering, and Braiden Dining Center, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and University rules and regulations.
• Write, update, and standardize large- and small-batch recipes using the menu management system.
• Utilize the menu management system to place orders, manage inventory, and monitor production levels.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards through routine inspections, training, and documentation.
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate staff.
• Monitor unit performance, quality control, food waste reduction efforts, and sustainability initiatives.

Conditions of Employment

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
• Pre-employment Physical.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Essential Services Designation.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Required Degree

• Degree from an accredited college, university, or academic institution with a major or minor that emphasized business and/or hospitality, or a related field associated with the duties of the position; **OR **
• High School Diploma or GED with Four full-time years of dining services experience working in a commercial kitchen.

Minimum Years of Experience and/or Skills

• Two years of progressive supervision and leadership experience in food service.
• Experience with multiple cooking styles and diverse cuisines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Culinary Arts.
• Experience in a high-volume food production and service operation serving at least 250 customers per meal.
• Possess two full years of full-time oversight of a staff of 10 people or more.
• Experience with mobile food ordering platforms.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of food ordering, menus, and inventory management software.
• Experience training employees on food production and/or customer service.
• Experience in food production positions.
• Experience managing student employees.
• Possess a current ServSafe certification or equivalent

Salary Range

$65,000 – $70,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• Review our detailed benefits information here. (http://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf)
• Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.
• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator. (http://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/)
• Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

Prospective Employees, click here to learn more about CSU’s perks and purpose. (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/)