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Volunteers Of America Colorado Cook-Evening Meal Production in Commerce City, Colorado
Cook-Evening Meal Production
Commerce City, CO (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=4915+East+52nd+Commerce+City+CO+USA+80022)
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Evening Meal Production Cook prepares; cooks, and packages for delivery hot and/or cold meal items and 5-day breakfast boxes by following specified recipes in approved menus and daily productions sheets in accordance with Volunteers of America standards and procedures for Nutrition and/or Residential Programs; under the direction of the Food Service Supervisor or ANS Associate 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.
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 kitchen employees, temporary workers, or volunteers as assigned.
Assists with daily kitchen cleanup from evening meal services to prepare kitchen for morning services.
Predictable, consistent attendance.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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.
Serv-safe certified or ability to acquire food safety certification within 3 months of hire.
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.
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Occasional program volunteers
Occasional temporary laborers in the absence of a Food Service Manager or Associate Director
POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS
Full time, Monday-Friday, 11am to 7:30pm unless otherwise specified
Designated holidays and special events
PAY
$18.29 - $19.50
LOCATION
4915 E 52nd Ave Commerce City
Volunteers of America is an EEO/AA Employer
POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Salary Description
$18.29-$19.50