Cook Full-Time Includes Weekends $16.00 an Hour

Christian Living Communities; Pueblo West (CO); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement (with match)

Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off plan

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare provider in Pueblo West is seeking a Food Service Assistant to assist the Cook with food preparation and maintain high sanitation standards. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and excellent customer service skills. This role involves moderate physical activity and offers various benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off. Compensation starts at $16.00 per hour, with applications accepted until 12/15/25.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Excellent customer service skills are essential.
• Preferred experience in quantity food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cook on meal line and with grill items.
• Help wait staff in the dining room.
• Prepare and distribute snacks and nourishment.
• Assist with receiving and storage of deliveries.
• Maintain proper rotation of items and cleanliness.

Skills

Customer service skills

Food preparation

Ability to read and write in English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Christian Living Communities (CLC) | Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) are dedicated to shattering the stereotypes of aging services by embracing the wisdom, experience and vitality of our elders. We welcome people of all beliefs and faiths, and we believe that by honoring and celebrating our diversity, we create unity.

We have received the “Worlds Best Workplace” designation for 2024-2025, a testament to our commitment to employees and the community.

If your experience is close to what you see listed here and you have the required licensure or certification (if required), please still consider applying with us.

Position Summary

Assist the Cook with food preparation. Responsible for preparing specific food items as required. May assist in serving meals. Assists with maintaining high standards of sanitation and safety in handling foods, equipment and supplies.

Essential Duties

• Assist Cook on meal line as needed and/or with grill items.
• Assists wait staff in dining room as needed.
• Responsible for preparing and distributing snacks and/or nourishment.
• Assists with receiving and storage of deliveries.
• Assists with clean‑up duties as needed.
• Maintain proper rotation of items from salad bar and refrigerators.
• Ensure items are labeled and dated.
• Follows standardized recipes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills.
• At least three months experience in quantity food preparation in a health‑care facility or hospitality industry preferred.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical activity required by handling objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently.
• Stands, bends and moves continuously during working hours.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• May interact with residents, family members, and visitors.

Additional Information

We offer a wide range of benefits that may vary depending on the status of the role (Part‑Time, Full‑Time, or PRN).

• Health Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement (with match)
• Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off plan

Wage $16.00 p/h

We envision a warm and welcoming environment for all residents, team members, family members, and members of our communities – a place of belonging. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the interview process.

We ask all applicants to carefully review the hiring salary range for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range. This position will be accepting applications through 12/15/25.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.