Job Details

Residential Chef

Position Number: 6585359
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Position Type: Food Services

Residential Chef - 37760 University Staff

Description
Residential Chef

Dining and Hospitality Services

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Residential Chef to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. The work location for this position is on-site. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary Range: $53,183 to $70,911 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary

The Residential Chef is responsible for food preparation and service in the residential dining hall. This position will be responsible for overseeing the culinary staff in the residential dining hall, scheduling staff, creating menus, and ensuring culinary standards are maintained. The Sous Chef must be committed to student employment and professional development opportunities for students.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Oversee all day-to-day culinary operations in the residential dining hall.
Lead and train Sous Chefs and Cooks on proper culinary technique, leadership, and kitchen etiquette.
Ensure timely preparation, service, and quality of all food using well planned, sustainable, and cost-effective inclusive of dietary preferences.
Supervise and direct all university staff and student staff responsible for the culinary operations in the Residential Dining hall.
Work with the Residential Dining Manager on special events with unique and themed menus.
Utilize student feedback to ensure residential offerings are well received, varied, and favored.
Utilizing the DHS student development staffing model, train and supervise a student employment program that provides growth and development opportunities for student staff.
Utilize service excellence to ensure all student residents receive transparent communication, service, and quality food.
Assist in developing and implementation of high-quality training programs to ensure excellent product quality, consistent applications of standards, and standard operating procedures, policies, and standardized menus for the Residential Dining Hall.
Assist in developing and implementation of sustainability efforts to include sustainable food purchasing, compost, recycling, and the reduction of waste in conjunction with the Sustainability Office and UCCS Farm.
Assist with special dietary needs of students in conjunction with the Director of Dining.
Assist in maintenance of appropriate inventory levels while managing the ordering, receiving and inventory of all goods.
Monitor and control food and labor costs and track waste reduction efforts.
Make budget recommendations for the Residential Halls to the Director of Dining.
Make recommendations for long- and short-term facility and equipment needs, utilizing customer and industry trends and staff input.
Represent the department through university or community committees as needed

Tentative Search Timeline

Priority will be given to applications submitted by: October 5th, 2025.
Potential interview dates: October 6th - October 10th
Potential start date: Early November 2025

Qualifications
Education:

To be considered for this role, you must possess a bachelor's degree in business, Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or other related fields.
Year-for-year experience will be considered as a substitute for the degree.
The ideal candidate possesses a valid ServSafe certification.

Experience:

Experience supporting and coordinating a robust high volume culinary program is required.
Experience within a culinary higher education environment is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received before 10/05/2025 will receive priority consideration . Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 37760). Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

Job Category: Hospitality

Primary Location: Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40253 - VCAF-Dining & Hospitality

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Sep 19, 2025

Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Joshua Hedrick Posting Contact Email: jhedric2@uccs.edu Position Number: 00002361