Part Time Production Cook

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 veterans 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 neighbors 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 contact ... to 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

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.