Catering Chef
Catering Chef
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$ 53183 - 70911
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Job Description
Education:
To be considered for this role you must possess a bachelors 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.
Catering Chef
Dining and Hospitality Services
Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate Inspire and Impact in the Rockies!
Who We Are
Salary Range:$53183 - $70911 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.
Work Location: On-site
At UCCS our employees are our most valued asset. Were 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 Catering Chef will be responsible for oversight of all culinary aspects of UCCS Dining and Hospitality Services Catering. This includes menu development quality control pricing and food cost training and development of catering culinary staff and assurance of safety and sanitation of the catering kitchen. The Catering Chef will work closely with the Catering Manager to ensure efficient coordination of events and the accuracy of banquet orders to include quantity and pricing. This position also works directly with the Event Services and Conference Services staff by coordinating all decisions regarding culinary aspects of events.
The ability and willingness to work a variable schedule including nights weekends and holidays is required. 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:
Responsible for all culinary aspects of DHS Catering operations.
Responsible for the quality and the consistency of products delivered to UCCS and the greater Colorado Springs community.
Responsible for the development of an inclusive catering menu keeping special diets and allergens in mind.
Responsible for maintaining budgets including menu pricing and cost of goods in catering set by the Director of Dining.
Oversee menu development nutritional values for the UCCS Family Development Center.
Responsible for working directly with event coordinators to provide food quotes to clientele.
Responsible for coordination of menu tastings with the DHS culinary team and event services.
Ensuring sustainable purchasing in collaboration with the Associate Director of Operations and Dining Director
Responsible for being present at appropriate events to represent the DHS culinary team.
Responsible for the training and development of all Catering culinary staff from professionalism to specific culinary technique.
Participate in weekly Catering meetings to include culinary staff operational staff and event services.
Responsible for consistent and clear communication with the Catering Manager.
Using a student development staffing model train and supervise a student employment program that utilizes student culinary staff.
Collecting and sharing feedback that is received during events with the appropriate management team members.
Develop implement and support sustainability efforts for events to include compost and recycling efforts and reducing waste in conjunction with the Sustainability Office and DHS leadership.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels for catering food items.
Oversees the commissary bakeshop and ensures consistent product that is sold in the coffee shop retail outlets and residential dining.
Make recommendations for long and short-term facility and equipment needs utilizing customer and industry trends and staff input.
Tentative Search Timeline
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by: October 5th 2025
- Potential interview dates:October 6th - October 17th 2025.
- Potential start date: Early November
Employment Type
Full-Time
