What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook: Senior Nutrition Program/Meals On Wheels position at Volunteers of America Colorado?
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 cook for the dinner program, food truck, admin lunch, and Innovation Catering prepares hot / cold items by following specified recipes for approved menus and daily production sheets in accordance with Volunteers of America Colorado standards and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepares & preps items needed for the evening meal dinner program Wednesday & Thursday evenings, Food Truck lunch meal Tuesday & Thursday, Admin Lunch Tuesday – Thursday, and any Innovation Catering orders or special Volunteers of America Colorado Special Agency Events.
• Drives the food truck to sites and delivery of evening meal dinner program meals.
• Assists in MOW main kitchen as time allows. Working with the MOW program manager for specific tasks.
• Uses acquired culinary skills to produce high quality products, ensuring excellent taste, appearance, texture and client acceptability.
• Portions meals according to meal day, type and quantity. 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 follows sanitation checklists and policies.
• Uses and maintains kitchen equipment in a clean, safe and appropriate manner.
• Chills, labels, and properly stores any unused product or leftovers.
• Maintains inventory / storage in an organized and rotating product properly.
• Attends all meetings and Agency trainings as required.
• Predictable, consistent attendance.
• Preforms all other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Occasional temporary laborers
• Occasional kitchen volunteers
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Frequent exposure to heat, cold, steam and fumes.
• Uses knives, utensils, and commercial cooking equipment throughout shift.
• Stand, pivot, walk on hard kitchen floor surface throughout shift.
• Lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional exposure to chemicals and cleaning solvents.
POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
• Full Time Monday – Friday 8-hour shift. Hours may vary depending on needs.
• Designated holidays and special events.
LOCATION Michael Kern Central Kitchen, 4915 East 52nd Avenue Commerce City
PAY RANGE: $18.81-$19.50-/hr
Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status
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, and Pet Insurance
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
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 HR@VOAColorado.org to begin the Interactive Process.
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, People Smart)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One-year related experience in volume food service production environment.
• Ability to read, write, follow standardized recipes, and perform standard mathematical computations.
• Valid Colorado drivers license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION
• Servsafe certified or obtain within 4 months.
• Entry level food handling and culinary skills.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Clearly and respectfully communicates with Agency staff, volunteers, vendors, and service technicians.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
Salary : $19 - $20
