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Sous Chef

University of Colorado · Eldorado Springs, Boulder County

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Interview prep

Expect scenarios on food-safety enforcement, quality checks on raw and cooked items, staffing for peak service, and how you coach cooks under university volume and consistency standards.

Fit summary

Strong fit if you already run kitchen stations, hold teams to hygiene rules, and can schedule production for large institutional service—not a first-cook role.

Day in the role

As Sous Chef for the University of Colorado, you would second the kitchen lead for campus or dining service: set production schedules, supervise cooks, check inbound product and finished plates, enforce sanitation, and plan presentation for volume service aligned with university meal periods.

Skills to emphasize

Build depth in sanitation compliance, receiving QC, production planning, cook supervision, and plating standards. No certification list or costs are supplied in the provided data.

FAQ from this listing

Is this remote?

No. The listing is on-site in Eldorado Springs, Boulder County (remote flag is 0).

What does a Sous Chef own day to day?

Per O*NET tasks: sanitation, quality control, staffing/production timing, supervising prep, and presentation.

Where can I learn more about CU Boulder?

See the university site at colorado.edu and the Wikipedia overview.

Occupation tasks (O*NET)

Public-domain labor data — prepare examples for 2–3 of these.

O*NET source

Company facts (cached)

Website: colorado.edu

The University of Colorado Boulder is a public research university in Boulder, Colorado, United States. Founded in 1876, five months before Colorado became a state, it is the flagship university of the University of Colorado system. CU Boulder is a member of the Association of American Universities, is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity" and has been referred to as a Public Ivy.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Sous Chef at University of Colorado - Eldorado Springs, Boulder County About the Role The Campus Dining & Hospitality team at the University of Colorado, Boulder is seeking applications for a Sous Chef position. This role involves extensive oversight and leadership in their assigned dining location, ensuring exceptional culinary experiences for students, faculty, and staff. Core Duties Oversight and management of daily operations in the assigned dining location Leadership and mentorship of kitchen staff to ensure high standards of food quality and service Development and implementation of menu plans that align with culinary trends and nutritional guidelines Quality control and inventory management for all food items and supplies Collaboration with other departments to enhance the overall dining experience What You Bring Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role within the hospitality industry Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to mentor staff effectively Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards Experience with menu planning, inventory management, and budgeting A passion for culinary arts and a commitment to providing excellent service More About University of Colorado The University of Colorado is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. Located in the beautiful Eldorado Springs area of Boulder County, this position offers opportunities for personal growth and professional development within a dynamic and vibrant community. Applying for This Role To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. The posting close date is August 10, 2026.

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