Chef Jobs in Denver, CO
Chef jobs in Denver are in strong demand across the city's vibrant food scene, concentrated in RiNo, LoDo, and Capitol Hill, with openings in hotel restaurants, independent fine dining, and fast-growing hospitality groups. Employers hiring right now include The Henry, The SSA, and Eurest. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Denver, Colorado The Slate Denver, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, was built in the landmark building that formerly housed the Emily Griffith Opportunity School. Located just steps from the Colorado Convention Center in the heart of downtown Denver, The Slate’s vibrant destination is the cornerstone of Denver’s newest and most intriguing gathering spot. This modern yet nostalgic property offers modern accommodations, fresh restaurant concept and unique meeting space. Come join our team and be a part of history!Pay $85K-$95K/year
Title: Executive Chef
Location: Denver, CO
FLSA: Exempt
Status: Full-time
Reports to: Assistant General Manager
Supervises: Culinary Team Members
Pay Range: $85K-$95K Annually
Job Summary: The Executive Chef oversees all food purchasing and preparation for the hotel's food service outlets and events. This role ensures that culinary standards are maintained, supervises kitchen staff, and collaborates with other departments to provide high-quality dining experiences while managing food costs and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Essential Functions and Duties:
Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, menu planning, and staff supervision.
Ensure food quality meets culinary standards and exceeds guest expectations.
Control food costs by managing inventory, purchasing, and minimizing waste.
Train, mentor, and provide feedback to kitchen staff to maintain consistent quality.
Ensure kitchen compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
Collaborate with departments to plan and execute special events, banquets, and other food service needs.
Develop and update menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and current trends.
Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and workstations for cleanliness and efficiency.
Maintain relationships with vendors to ensure high-quality ingredient sourcing.
Monitor kitchen performance and implement improvements to enhance efficiency.
Work closely with the Director of Food & Beverage to meet financial and operational goals.
Ensure all kitchen operations align with the hotel’s brand standards and guest satisfaction goals.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Required Experience, Education, and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or a related field; or equivalent experience in culinary management.
Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role.
Expertise in food preparation, presentation, and menu development.
Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
Proven ability to manage food costs, control budgets, and optimize profitability.
Excellent leadership and communication skills to manage kitchen staff effectively.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks and maintaining attention to detail.
Work Environment:
Primarily an indoor environment, working in a kitchen and office setting.
Frequent exposure to kitchen equipment, heat, and cleaning chemicals.
Requires standing and walking for extended periods during food preparation and service.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet business demands.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members.
Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements.
All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. This position will no longer be available 30 days from:
2026-07-29Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Denver, Colorado The Slate Denver, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, was built in the landmark building that formerly housed the Emily Griffith Opportunity School. Located just steps from the Colorado Convention Center in the heart of downtown Denver, The Slate’s vibrant destination is the cornerstone of Denver’s newest and most intriguing gathering spot. This modern yet nostalgic property offers modern accommodations, fresh restaurant concept and unique meeting space. Come join our team and be a part of history!Pay $85K-$95K/year
Title: Executive Chef
Location: Denver, CO
FLSA: Exempt
Status: Full-time
Reports to: Assistant General Manager
Supervises: Culinary Team Members
Pay Range: $85K-$95K Annually
Job Summary: The Executive Chef oversees all food purchasing and preparation for the hotel's food service outlets and events. This role ensures that culinary standards are maintained, supervises kitchen staff, and collaborates with other departments to provide high-quality dining experiences while managing food costs and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Essential Functions and Duties:
Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, menu planning, and staff supervision.
Ensure food quality meets culinary standards and exceeds guest expectations.
Control food costs by managing inventory, purchasing, and minimizing waste.
Train, mentor, and provide feedback to kitchen staff to maintain consistent quality.
Ensure kitchen compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
Collaborate with departments to plan and execute special events, banquets, and other food service needs.
Develop and update menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and current trends.
Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and workstations for cleanliness and efficiency.
Maintain relationships with vendors to ensure high-quality ingredient sourcing.
Monitor kitchen performance and implement improvements to enhance efficiency.
Work closely with the Director of Food & Beverage to meet financial and operational goals.
Ensure all kitchen operations align with the hotel’s brand standards and guest satisfaction goals.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Required Experience, Education, and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or a related field; or equivalent experience in culinary management.
Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role.
Expertise in food preparation, presentation, and menu development.
Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
Proven ability to manage food costs, control budgets, and optimize profitability.
Excellent leadership and communication skills to manage kitchen staff effectively.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks and maintaining attention to detail.
Work Environment:
Primarily an indoor environment, working in a kitchen and office setting.
Frequent exposure to kitchen equipment, heat, and cleaning chemicals.
Requires standing and walking for extended periods during food preparation and service.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet business demands.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members.
Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements.
All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. This position will no longer be available 30 days from:
2026-07-29Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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How do I get a chef job in Denver?
Focus your search on Denver's hotel corridor along 16th Street, the independent restaurant clusters in RiNo and LoHi, and the growing food hall and catering scene near Union Station. Employers in upscale hotels, event venues, and farm-to-table concepts hire most actively. A portfolio of seasonal menu experience and familiarity with Colorado's local-ingredient sourcing culture gives candidates a clear edge in this market.
Which companies hire chefs in Denver?
Denver chef roles are posted by The Henry, The SSA, and Eurest and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Denver's hiring mix leans heavily toward full-service hotels, independent restaurant groups, and corporate dining operators tied to the city's strong convention and tech-office sector.
Are there remote chef jobs in Denver?
Yes, but only for a narrow slice of the field. Hands-on kitchen roles are almost entirely on-site, while culinary consulting, recipe development, and food content creation can be done remotely. About 0% of chef openings tied to Denver are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how rare fully flexible arrangements are in professional kitchen environments. Recipe development and test-kitchen roles are the most likely to offer remote flexibility locally.
How can I get a chef job in Denver with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Denver is through prep cook or line cook roles at high-volume hotel restaurants and casual dining groups, which hire entry-level candidates more consistently than independent fine dining. Denver's food hall operators and catering companies also take on kitchen assistants with limited experience. Completing a stage at a local concept, or volunteering with Denver culinary events, builds the local network that leads to paid opportunities.
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