2027 Kitchen Coordinator - Rocky Mountain Program

Colorado Outward Bound School • Leadville, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Rocky Mountain Program Kitchen Coordinator supports the Colorado Outward Bound School’s mission by implementing dining hall systems that meet the needs of students and staff. As a member of the logistics team, the Kitchen Coordinator reports to the Associate Program Director of Logistics. The role prepares food for staff and participants using a rotating menu, advises staff during meal-preparation shifts, manages inventory and restocking in dining halls, and maintains kitchen cleanliness and sanitation systems.

This position oversees preparation and service of nutritious meals for 50 or more staff and occasional student groups, accommodates dietary restrictions and allergens, supports volunteer kitchen crews, and helps coordinate food inventory and deliveries. It also assists with special-event meals, deep cleaning, and reporting maintenance concerns. The role is part-time and seasonal, running from mid-April to mid-October, with a flexible schedule of approximately 22 days per month and required weekend and/or holiday work based on the program calendar.

Requirements

• At least one year of kitchen or related experience.
• Familiarity with safe food-handling techniques, kitchen and food-sanitation systems, and nutritional and dietary accommodations.
• Attention to allergen and cross-contamination management when cooking for large groups.
• Food Manager License and State Food Manager SERV-Safe certification and training, or willingness to obtain them upon hire.
• If operating COBS vehicles, a driver’s license held for more than five years and a clean driving record.
• Ability to work on feet for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds.
• Personal commitment to and working knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Customer-service or hospitality experience and ability to foster a welcoming environment for staff and students.
• Ability to work effectively on diverse teams and with people whose identities and lived experiences may differ from one’s own.
• Strong motivation, initiative, time management, and follow-through.
• Proactive and effective communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience cooking and preparing meals for large groups.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee service of meals for staff and occasional student groups using a preset two-week rotating menu.
• Support dietary restrictions and allergen accommodations using established systems and food-safety practices.
• Work with the Associate Program Director of Logistics on inventory and restocking for commercial and staff kitchens.
• Manage volunteer kitchen crews and set them up for success on days off.
• Assist with planning and preparing meals for special events.
• Receive food deliveries, unpack them, and stock supplies.
• Work with logistics leadership to keep food inventories within budget.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen and dining areas, including cleaning workspaces and managing rags and apron stock while following safety and sanitation protocols.
• Advise and support deep cleaning of kitchens as needed.
• Report maintenance issues and concerns to the Facilities team.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• 56 hours of paid sick leave.
• Onsite housing options available.
• Meals provided on work days.
• Employee Assistance Program, including free counseling sessions.
• Outdoor professional gear discounts and prodeal eligibility.
• Access to a network of outdoor professionals through the international network of Outward Bound schools.
• Financial assistance to obtain required food-manager certification upon hiring.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed