Chef Jobs in Colorado
Chef jobs in Colorado are open across Denver, Aspen, and Colorado Springs and other Colorado metros, with employers like Aspen Skiing Company, Sage Hospitality, and Sodexo hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
We are currently seeking a Chef for a school lunch program! This is a Monday through Friday opportunity with daytime hours. The Chef will lead the team to ensure the best level of service and highest food quality.
Essential Functions:
- Ensuring USDA regulations are followed
- Ensuring that all meals are correctly prepared and are within acceptable time limits; verifying that all meals meet quality standards
- Managing the ordering, receiving, storing and inventory control of all perishable products following specific procedures and HACCP standards
- Controlling waste and effectively managing cost and performance to budget
- Maintaining a clean, healthy, and safe kitchen environment
- Establish monthly food and labor cost goals; conducting cost control analysis
- Follow standardized recipes, writing menus, and monitoring product and menu costs
- Assists in managing and training team members
- Leads all catering functions as needed
- Performs additional related tasks as assigned by leadership
We are proud to offer competitive benefits including:
- Competitive compensation
- Work-Life balance - Guaranteed hours with no nights or weekends
- Free daily lunch
- Uniforms are provided
- Safety practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are provided
- Employee training and development
- Opportunities for advancement and to make an impact
- Culture of inclusion and belonging
Who We Are:
Taher, Inc. is a family-owned food service management company specializing in K-12 school meals, corporate dining, senior dining, catering, vending, prepared services, and baked goods. Our chefs develop recipes prepared from scratch, inspired from around the world, using fresh ingredients to delight and nurture our guests. Taher is recognized as a Top 25 Food Service Management Company by Food Management Magazine.
Requirements:
- Associate degree in culinary arts or at least 3 years of previous experience in a similar position
- Exemplary customer service skills
- Previous purchasing and experience controlling food cost
- Able to manage, train, and motivate a team
- Ability to perform in a fast paced environment
- Previous catering experience preferred
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Successfully pass a criminal background check
EOE/AA
Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.
INTRODUCTION
We are currently seeking a Chef for a school lunch program! This is a Monday through Friday opportunity with daytime hours. The Chef will lead the team to ensure the best level of service and highest food quality.
Essential Functions:
- Ensuring USDA regulations are followed
- Ensuring that all meals are correctly prepared and are within acceptable time limits; verifying that all meals meet quality standards
- Managing the ordering, receiving, storing and inventory control of all perishable products following specific procedures and HACCP standards
- Controlling waste and effectively managing cost and performance to budget
- Maintaining a clean, healthy, and safe kitchen environment
- Establish monthly food and labor cost goals; conducting cost control analysis
- Follow standardized recipes, writing menus, and monitoring product and menu costs
- Assists in managing and training team members
- Leads all catering functions as needed
- Performs additional related tasks as assigned by leadership
We are proud to offer competitive benefits including:
- Competitive compensation
- Work-Life balance - Guaranteed hours with no nights or weekends
- Free daily lunch
- Uniforms are provided
- Safety practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are provided
- Employee training and development
- Opportunities for advancement and to make an impact
- Culture of inclusion and belonging
Who We Are:
Taher, Inc. is a family-owned food service management company specializing in K-12 school meals, corporate dining, senior dining, catering, vending, prepared services, and baked goods. Our chefs develop recipes prepared from scratch, inspired from around the world, using fresh ingredients to delight and nurture our guests. Taher is recognized as a Top 25 Food Service Management Company by Food Management Magazine.
Requirements:
- Associate degree in culinary arts or at least 3 years of previous experience in a similar position
- Exemplary customer service skills
- Previous purchasing and experience controlling food cost
- Able to manage, train, and motivate a team
- Ability to perform in a fast paced environment
- Previous catering experience preferred
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Successfully pass a criminal background check
EOE/AA
Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.
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Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Chef Job Market in Colorado
A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Aspen Skiing Company6
- Sage Hospitality4
- Sodexo4
- Glenmoor Country Club (Colorado)2
- Paradies Lagardère2
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage7
- Sports & Recreation6
- Hospitality & Tourism5
- Technology & Software4
- Retail3
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chef jobs across Colorado.
- Proven experience in a professional kitchen at the line cook or above level
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Ability to manage food cost, ordering, and inventory within a set budget
- Experience leading, training, and scheduling a kitchen team
- Knowledge of proper food storage, HACCP principles, and health code compliance
- Culinary school diploma, associate degree, or equivalent on-the-job training
Chef Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How many chef jobs are there in Colorado?
There are 34+ chef openings in Colorado on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Denver, Aspen, and Colorado Springs. New positions post regularly as employers across Colorado hire.
How much do chefs make in Colorado?
Chefs in Colorado earn a median of about $65,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,330 for the lowest 10% to over $93,270 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Colorado cities have the most chef jobs?
Denver, Aspen, and Colorado Springs have the most chef openings in Colorado right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire chefs in Colorado?
Employers hiring chefs in Colorado include Aspen Skiing Company, Sage Hospitality, and Sodexo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote chef jobs in Colorado?
Yes. About 0% of chef openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Colorado metros.
How do I apply for chef jobs in Colorado?
You can apply to chef jobs in Colorado directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Colorado location, then apply to each one that fits.
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