Lead Cook - Full-time

p class="MsoNormal"spanbspanstronguLead Cook /u/strong/span/b/span/pdivp class="MsoNormal"spanbspanstrongDining and Hospitality Services/strong/span/b/span/p/divp class="MsoNormal" /pp class="MsoNormal"spanstrongElevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!/strong/span/pp class="MsoNormal" /pp class="MsoNormal"spanstronguWho We Are/u/strong/span/pp class="MsoNormal"spanThe/spanspan /spana href="https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"spanUniversity of Colorado Colorado Springs/span/aspan (UCCS) is a premier education/spanspanal institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Lead Cookstrong /strongto join our team! spanUCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success./span/span/pp class="MsoNormal" /pp class="MsoNormal"spanAt the base of the Rocky Mountains, /spana href="https://www.visitcos.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"spanColorado Springs/span/aspan 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 /spanspancherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle./span/pp class="MsoNormal"spanstronguPay Range/u/strong: $17.91 - $23.11 hourly. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions./span/ppspanstrongWork Location: /strongOn-Site/span/pp class="MsoNormal"a href="https://hr.uccs.edu/employee-benefits" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"spanstrongBenefits at a Glance/strong/span/a/pp class="MsoNormal"spanAt UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:/span/pulli class="MsoNormal"spanuGenerous Time Off/u: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave./span/lili class="MsoNormal"spanuRobust Health Coverage/u: 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./span/lili class="MsoNormal"spanuFinancial Retirement Benefits/u: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options./span/lili class="MsoNormal"spanuFurther Your Education/u: Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth./span/lili class="MsoNormal"spanuWellness More/u: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development./span/lili class="MsoNormal"spanWant to know your total compensation? Use our /spana href="https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/collaborative-hr-services/cu-campuses/total-compensation-calculators" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"spancalculator/span/aspan to get the complete picture!/span/li/ulp class="MsoNormal" /pp class="MsoNormal"spanstronguSummary/u/strong/span/pp class="MsoNormal"spanThe UCCS Lead Cook assists the Chef or Sous Chef in overseeing the preparation of quality food for the campus community. This will be primarily a Catering Lead Cook position, with opportunities to work in other Dining establishments on campus. /spana name="_Hlk169251545"spanThe Dining and Hospitality Services operating principles are respect, trust, and growth./span/a/pp class="MsoNormal"spanThis position is designated as essential services. The willingness and ability to work during campus closures due to weather or other factors, nights, weekends, and holidays are required. Must be committed to student employment and professional development opportunities for students./span/pp class="MsoNormal"spanstronguEssential Functions/u/strong/span/pp class="MsoNormal"spanThe duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:/span/pullip class="MsoNormal"spanAssist the Chef or Sous Chef in all aspects of culinary preparation and service, including the leadership and oversight of the Culinary Team./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanManage day-to-day menu changes based on unprecedented product changes./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanWash, chop, and mix ingredients like vegetables and meat. You may also measure and weigh ingredients and prepare cooking ingredients like soup stock./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanBake, grill, steam, and boil meat, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other foods in a timely manner and according to recipe./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanPrioritize preparation and organization of staff and kitchen resources to ensure timely delivery and presentation of food./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanGarnish and arrange final dishes and serve food./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanClean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanHandle and store ingredients and food properly and ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanAssemble, disassemble, and clean kitchen equipment./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanTrain Cooks in the preparation and handling of food and proper use of kitchen equipment./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanTrain student employees in the preparation and handling of food and proper use of kitchen equipment./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanAssist in overseeing all phases of set up, service, and cleaning up in the culinary operation./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanAssist in storeroom duties such as receiving orders, rotating stock, and inventory./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanspanAssist in the testing and development of recipes./span/span/pp class="MsoNormal" /p/li/ulp class="MsoNormal"spanstronguTentative Search Timeline/u/strong/span/pul type="disc"li class="MsoNormal"spanPriority will be given to applications submitted by: spanstrongFebruary 16th, 2026./strong/span/span/lili class="MsoNormal"spanPotential interview dates: strongFebruary 17th - February 20th, 2026./strong/span/lili class="MsoNormal"spanPotential /spanspanstart date: /spanspanspanstrongMarch 1st, 2026./strong/span/span/li/ulpspanCU 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./span/ppspanIn accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices./span/pbr ullip class="MsoNormal"spanCandidate must display a concrete knowledge of food safety, preparation, technique, and service./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanLeadership experience in a high-volume culinary environment is preferred./span/p/lilip class="MsoNormal"spanA valid ServSafe certification is preferred./span/p/li/ul