• Part Time Production Cook

    Volunteers Of America Colorado (Idaho Springs, CO)


    Part Time Production Cook

     

    Idaho Springs, CO (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1402+Miner+/+P.O.+Box+1231+Idaho+Springs+CO+USA+80452)

     

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    Description

    WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL?VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely, and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veteran’s efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOAC goes, it combines relationship-building, volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbor’s efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.

     

    ** The Production Cook prepares; cooks, and packages for delivery hot and/or cold meal items by following specified recipes in approved menus and daily productions sheets in accordance with Volunteers of America standards and procedures for Nutrition, under the direction of the Clear Creek Program Manager or the Associate Division Director.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Prepares quantity and quality soups and casserole dishes, assembles sauces and gravies; roasts, bakes, braises, or steams meats, starches and vegetables or other food items for daily program meal production.

    • Uses acquired culinary skills to produce high quality products, ensuring excellent taste, appearance, texture and client acceptability.

    • Portions and packages foods according to number of meals ordered, minimizing waste and leftover items.

    • Using menu plans, requisitions product and supplies in advance to ensure accuracy and efficient workflow.

    • Maintains a safe, clean work area and strictly follows proper sanitation policies.

    • Ensures product safety employing proper temperature controls at all times.

    • Uses and maintains kitchen equipment in a clean, safe, and appropriate manner.

    • Assists with set up and break down of food service.

    • Chills, labels and properly stores any unused product or leftovers.

    • Prepares special event meals and requested items as directed by Food Service Project Manager.

    • Attends all meetings and Agency trainings as required.

    • Direct, train, or assist other staff or volunteers

    • Predictable, consistent attendance.

    • Performs all other duties as assigned.

    Supervisory Responsibilities

    • Occasional program volunteers

    • Occasional temporary laborers in the absence of a Food Service Manager or Associate Director

    Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

    • Frequent exposure to heat, cold, steam and fumes, including walk-in refrigeration and freezers.

    • Uses knives, utensils, and commercial cooking equipment throughout shift.

    • Stand, pivot, and walk on hard surface majority of shift.

    • Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.

    • Occasional exposure to chemicals and cleaning solvents.

    Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

    • Part Time 730am-1pm Mon-Thursday, 8am-1pm Friday

    Location

    • Idaho Springs

     

    Pay Range: $19.00-$20.00/hr

     

    Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please [email protected] begin the Interactive Process.

    BENEFITS

    Vacation Time

     

    Separate Sick Time

     

    Paid Holidays

     

    Floating Holidays

     

    Personal Days

     

    Volunteer/Wellness Day

     

    Tuition Assistance

     

    Pension Plan

     

    403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

     

    Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances

     

    Life Insurance

     

    Accident Insurance

     

    Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

     

    Employee Discount Program

     

    LifeLock with Norton

     

    Public Service Loan Forgiveness

     

    Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer

     

    Position will Remain Open Until Filled

    VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

    Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

    Requirements

    Competencies

    • Models core culture attributes of Volunteers of America-Colorado Branch that include

    •AIRS” (Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service).

    • Models and pursues with vigor Volunteers of America- Colorado Branch three critical virtues of HHS ( Hungry, Humble, and People Smart).

    Minimum Qualifications of Position

    • One year related experience in cooking or similar production facility.

    • Ability to read and write, following standardized recipes and production sheets.

    • Ability to perform basic kitchen mathematical calculations.

    • Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. repeatedly during a daily shift.

    • Servsafe certified or ability to acquire food safety certification within 3 months of hire.

    Preferred Qualifications of Position

    • At least one year high volume institutional cooking experience.

    Knowledge and Skills

    • Clearly and respectfully communicates with Agency staff, volunteers, clients, and vendors.

     

    Solid time management and organizational skills.

    Salary Description

    19-20/hr