Job Summary

The Campus Dining Services department at the University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for a Head Line Cook! This is a hands-on culinary position that provides oversight and leadership to back-of-house Dining Attendants. Under the supervision of the Sous Chefs and Kitchen Manager, prepares, assigns and delegates standardized recipe preparation, ensuring quality, allergen and food safety/standards. This position offers outstanding customer service in a team-oriented and supported environment. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Division of Student Affairs consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder. The work in Student Affairs supports all factors of the student experience. Campus Dining Services leads the industry with outstanding quality food and dining experiences. Campus venues include residential dining halls, catering and retail outlets with staff who strive to make each student's experience the best it can be. Serving about 3 million meals each year, Campus Dining Services is dedicated to expanding sustainability efforts and providing options to guests with dietary restrictions and allergens.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Kitchen Prep and Operation: Prepare, assemble and delegate food preparation tasks. Assist with the setup and breakdown of production and service areas. Understand and use a variety of equipment and service standards as appropriate. Follow and enforce set food safety protocol in all areas of oversight. Ensure cleanliness and quality of BOH service areas.
• Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service and assist with customer needs and inquiries. Lead by example both in general work ethic and positive and efficient demeanor. Display and demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Quality Assurance: Follow all ParTech and A9 labeling procedures, request labels, and recognize allergen errors. Full comprehension of allergen labeling protocol, including avoidance of cross contact, and report concerns to Shift Supervisor or Service Manager. Serve on the food safety response team and respond to all food safety emergencies. If a work cell phone is provided, a response call must be within an hour of the original call and/or message.
• Personnel: Train new staff members, both full time and student employees. Empower others to make decisions in areas within their span of control. Make scheduling recommendations and alert management of holes in the personnel roster when needed. Hold others accountable, following progressive coaching process. Discuss staff issues with Shift Supervisor and Lead Service Manager.

What You Should Know

This opportunity is considered Essential Services and is located 100% on campus.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary for this position is $41,704. Our outstanding benefits include: Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days and 11 holidays per year. Access to medical, vision, dental and life insurance. Tuition reimbursement. A 10% employer contribution retirement plan. EcoPass for free RTD rides. Opportunity for career growth within the division of student affairs and the CU Boulder campus!

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass.

Be Statements

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What We Require

Three years of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position. Relevant education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Servsafe certified and/or certificate appropriate for the position level or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire. Must possess appropriate Servsafe certification or certificate appropriate to position level for the duration of employment with CDS.

What You Will Need

Ability to work in a team driven environment. Attention to detail.

What We Would Like You to Have

One year culinary experience in fast-paced university, or institutional food service operation. Bakery production experience, catering experience.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials: A current resume. Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position. We may request references at a later time. Please apply by September 11, 2025, for consideration. Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Essential Services: This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies and report to work for his/her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.