What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Manager position at Colorado Outward Bound School?
The Colorado Outward Bound School (COBS) is a non-profit adventure-based education organization that emphasizes personal growth through challenge and experience. For over 60 years our wilderness courses have focused on inspiring responsibility, teamwork, confidence, compassion, and environmental and community stewardship.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Colorado Outward Bound School celebrates diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nation origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is based on qualifications and business needs. Outward Bound has a zero-tolerance policy for incidents of child abuse and neglect and will report any suspected abuse or neglect.
Working at the Colorado Outward Bound School means joining a growth-minded community where we are actively creating a more inclusive organizational culture. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion shows up at all levels of the organization - in our trainings, in our meetings, on our courses, and in our daily lives. This work can be challenging at times and we are committed to navigating it together to create a supportive and inclusive environment for our staff and our students. To foster a more welcoming outdoor community for all, we are working to address barriers related to race, culture, socioeconomics, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, geographic location, and mental health.
Position Summary
The Rocky Mountain Program (RMP) Kitchen Manager supports COBS's mission to change lives through challenge and discovery through management of the dining halls and culinary needs of students and staff. The Kitchen Manager is a member of the logistics team and reports to the Associate Program Director (APD) of Logistics. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for preparing and cooking food for students, staff, and guests, planning and managing inventory and equipment orders; and maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen, dining halls, and storage areas.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for planning, preparing, and cooking nutritious, delicious, and practical meals for up to 100 students, staff, and guests.
- Able to accommodate special diets and food preferences with reasonable and economic & healthy alternatives.
- Ensures kitchen and dining areas maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards, including workspace cleaning, managing rags and apron stock, following all safety and sanitation protocols and regulations.
- Restocks South Dining Hall kitchen food on an as-needed basis, manages food deliveries and puts away all orders when received.
- Manages inventory and creates bi-weekly food orders that support upcoming kitchen needs, including quantities and dietary needs.
- Maintains accurate record keeping and submits all invoices to supervisor to ensure strong accounting practices.
- Trains, supervises, and mentors any staff working to support kitchen needs during the summer season.
- Reports maintenance issues and concerns to the Facilities team.
- Engages as a member of the RMP community through attending team meetings, program functions, and other events.
- Committed to openly sharing and receiving feedback from staff and colleagues.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Work Experience
Physical Requirements
Compensation and Benefits
Application Process
Please apply using the application link on our website ( www.cobs.org / connect / employment ) and address cover letter and resume to Tara Marcilla, RMP Associate Program Director of Logistics.
Salary : $20