Dining Services III - Cook - Grand Mesa Youth Service Center.

State of Colorado; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Colorado is seeking a Dining Services III - Cook for the Grand Mesa Youth Service Center. This role involves food preparation and service in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include meal preparation, safety compliance, and sanitation. Applicants are encouraged to highlight relevant experience in their applications. The position offers a range of benefits including retirement and health plans.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plans

Health plans

Paid leave

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant work experience in a related occupation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare attractive, appetizing food following menus and recipes.
• Identify safety hazards and follow safety protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper food handling procedures.

Skills

Food Preparation

Safety Protocols

Sanitation

Job description

Dining Services III - Cook - Grand Mesa Youth Service Center

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This position involves food preparation and service in the Division of Youth Services, located within 30 miles of the state border, and is exempt from residency requirements. Applications are open to residents and non-residents of Colorado. Multiple vacancies may be filled through this recruitment.

About The Division Of Youth Services

The DYS provides juvenile detention, assessment, commitment, and parole services across ten secure facilities for youth aged 10 to 21. It manages programs for at-risk youth and juvenile parole services statewide.

Description Of Job

The work involves fully operational food production in the DYS Food Services Department, with shifts scheduled between 4:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., subject to change based on needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation and Service: Prepare attractive, appetizing food following menus and recipes, ensure proper temperatures, and serve in correct quantities.
• Safety and Security: Identify safety hazards, operate equipment properly, and follow safety protocols to prevent accidents.
• Sanitation: Maintain cleanliness and proper food handling procedures to prevent foodborne illnesses.
• Inventory Control: Inspect, store, and manage food supplies according to FIFO, and assist with inventory counts.
• Training and Meetings: Attend relevant training and meetings to stay updated on procedures.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned, including working various shifts, weekends, holidays, and OT as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of relevant work experience in a related occupation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a current or former Colorado state employee.

Conditions of Employment

• Background checks, age requirement (21+), shift work, and other safety and travel conditions apply.

Application and Additional Information

Applicants should address their experience specifically in the application. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including retirement, health plans, paid leave, and more. The agency values diversity and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.