Job Description Summary:

UCAR is excited to announce the job opening for Cafe Chef Supervisor - the Mesa Lab.

This position is responsible for all food and beverage and catering operations at one of three UCAR kitchens/cafes. Directs and develops staff in all functional areas. Success within this role includes collaborating with catering coordinators, menu planners, vendors, staff, and customers to deliver high-quality and cost-effective products and services delivery.

The chosen candidate will be joining a team of event and culinary professionals in a supportive environment that prioritizes teamwork, psychological safety, creativity, and staff development.

Position Details:

Visa Sponsored Job:

No

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Job Location:

Boulder, Colorado

Position Type & Term:

Full time, Regular

Compensation Range:

Hiring Salary Range: $ $43,825 - $53,040

*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the role.*

Application Notes

Application Deadline:

• This is an in-person position, based in Boulder, CO.

Required application materials: (preferably in PDF Format)

• Resume

Background Checks: Conducted for candidates selected for hire. Learn more.
Work Location: Regardless of flexible work arrangements, UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.

What You Will Do

Here is a brief summary of what one would expect to be generally responsible for in this role.

Operations

• Plan, coordinate production, and prepare meals for one of three UCAR cafes, catering functions, and banquets.

• Clean and organize work area, and ensure all staff follow consistent sanitation guidelines.

• Ensure all food is prepared and held at proper temperatures. Adhere to all Health Department standards.

  

Administration

• Cost-effectively procure products and services as needed and verify deliveries for accuracy and quality. Conforms to UCAR Procurement Policies and Procedures.

• Perform regular inventories of production and catering areas. Be familiar with and operate a cafe point of sale system.

• Verify café sales for accuracy. Maintain accurate and actionable position descriptions, training programs, and job-specific checklists for line staff.

• Set work schedules, approve time off, and verify staff hours for bi-weekly payroll. Conduct annual performance appraisals.

Supervision

• Responsible for the supervision and development of employees.

• Set work schedules, facilitate problem resolution, and provide ongoing training and evaluation of performance.

• Ensure that meals for cafe and catering functions are prepared and served in a timely manner, and are high quality.

• Hold staff accountable for quality, cost efficiency, friendly and effective customer service, and safe and sanitary operations.

Who We'd Love To Join Our Team

Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:

Education and Experience (Required):

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Culinary Arts Certificate or higher.

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in the food service industry, in