Top 44 Executive chef Jobs in Denver Co

Executive Chef - Senior Living
Senior Living —Centennial, CO
- $78,000 - $88,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef - Guard and Grace Denver
Guar and Grace Denver —Denver, CO
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
Warwick Hotel —Denver, CO
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Executive Chef (USA Operations)
Canyon Spirit —Denver, CO
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Recruiting
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
23h
Executive Chef Country Club
Concert Golf Partners —Westminster, CO
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
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4h
Executive Chef ~ Senior Living Community
MorningStar Senior Management LLC —Lakewood, CO
- $90,000 a year
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Math
- Math
- Health savings account
- Dental insurance
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Nutrition Services Executive Chef
Adams 12 Five Star Schools —Thornton, CO
- $70,999 - $104,307 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- 3 years
- Criminal background check
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
14d
Culinary Director
Oxford Colorado —Denver, CO
- Full-time
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- Leadership
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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5d
Executive Chef
Hilton Garden Inn Arvada Denver —Arvada, CO
- $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Executive Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Denver, CO
- $86,000 - $112,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
Executive Chef
Stonebridge —Aurora, CO
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Cooking
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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9d
Executive Chef
The Center at Lowry —Denver, CO
- $62,500 - $68,500 a year
- Supervising experience
- 1 year
- Senior level
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2d
Chef Manager
Children's Hospital Colorado —Highlands Ranch, CO
- $66,083.89 - $99,125.84 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Children
- Recruiting
- Wellness program
- 403(b) matching
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Flik Hospitality Group —Denver, CO
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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EXECUTIVE CHEF - GREENWOOD VILLAGE CO
Eurest —Greenwood Village, CO
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Chef (Steakhouse)
Lotus Concepts Management —Denver, CO
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- 5 years
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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EXECUTIVE CHEF II - GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Eurest —Greenwood Village, CO
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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7d
EXECUTIVE CHEF III
Eurest —Englewood, CO
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Sous Chef
Arcis Golf —Parker, CO
- $57,784 - $150,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Team management
Executive Chef
Eurest —Denver, CO
- $83,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Chef - Senior Living

Senior Living -
Centennial, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$78,000 - $88,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Teamwork
Assisted living experience
ServSafe
Culinary Arts
Recruiting

Full Job Description

We're looking for an experienced Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations for one of our premier senior living communities. This is an opportunity to combine culinary excellence with purpose—creating memorable dining experiences that enrich the lives of our residents every day. Our community serves 375 residents across multiple levels of care, including:

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing
Memory Care

You'll oversee a talented culinary team while managing an annual food and labor volume of approximately $3.4 million across multiple dining venues, special events and catering.

What You'll Do

Lead all culinary operations across multiple dining venues.
Develop seasonal, resident-focused menus emphasizing quality, variety, and presentation.
Deliver exceptional formal dining experiences while maintaining consistency in casual dining outlets.
Plan and execute catering events, holidays, and community celebrations.
Manage food purchasing, inventory, budgets, and cost controls.
Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
Maintain staffing levels and create efficient schedules.
Ensure compliance with all health department regulations and food safety standards.
Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture built on accountability and continuous improvement.
Work closely with leadership, residents, and families to continually elevate the dining experience.

We're Looking For Someone With

Executive Chef experience in senior living, hotels, resorts, country clubs, healthcare, or upscale restaurants.
Strong background in formal dining and elevated plated service.
Proven catering and banquet experience.
Excellent baking and pastry knowledge.
Strong staffing, scheduling, and labor management experience.
Experience managing food and labor budgets.
Ability to coach, mentor, and inspire culinary professionals.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Passion for hospitality and creating meaningful dining experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain).
Experience leading multi-outlet foodservice operations.
Knowledge of therapeutic diets and senior nutrition is a plus.

Why Join Us?

You'll have the opportunity to lead one of the community's most visible and impactful departments. Every meal is an opportunity to create comfort, connection, and joy for our residents.

If you're a chef who values hospitality, leadership, creativity, and purpose—and you're ready to build a culinary culture that residents and team members love—we'd love to meet you.

Pay: $78,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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executive chef jobs in denver co

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