Kitchen Coordinator

Respite Care Inc.; Timnath (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Respite Care, Inc. in Timnath, Colorado is seeking a Kitchen Coordinator to support daily meal prep, sanitation, and food service operations for a busy child care environment.

This part-time, nonexempt role offers flexible 20-28 hours per week and requires attention to safety, labeling, and menu-driven food preparation. You will report to the Kitchen Manager, assist with inventory, ordering, and basic computer records, and collaborate with the team to maintain a clean, compliant kitchen and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current food safety certification (ServSafe, Food Handlers, etc), or ability to obtain required certification within the designated timeframe.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, food storage, and kitchen safety practices.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple operational priorities.
• Basic computer skills and ability to maintain required records, documentation, and purchasing information.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Must be a reliable and engaged team member who prioritizes effective communication
• Must be solutions oriented and have a positive attitude
• Must be adaptable

Responsibilities

• Supports the general upkeep of the kitchen with duties such as sweeping, mopping, and other daily/weekly/monthly cleaning tasks as assigned, in adherence to Health Department and Licensing standards.
• Maintains established standards of sanitation, safety, food preparation, and storage as set by the local and state Health Departments; maintains an orderly, sanitary, and safe kitchen and pantry.
• Supports the Facility Manager with household duties such as laundry, sweeping, mopping, and other daily cleaning tasks in the kitchen and pantry as assigned.
• Assists in preparing foods using the menus planned by the Kitchen Manager to meet the developmental, medical, and feeding needs of all children with disabilities, including attention to food allergies, and ensures the safety of children by carefully checking Food Cards and labeling all food and drink accordingly.
• Shares duties with the Kitchen Manager and other kitchen team members for efficient functioning of the food service program.
• Participates in maintaining inventory and tracking systems, including unpacking and organizing grocery items when delivered.
• Assists in assuring the proper care and maintenance of all food service equipment; identifies equipment needs for food preparation and service and assists in purchasing as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Communication

Team player

Adaptable

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Attention to food allergies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food safety certification

Job description

Job Title and Description

JOB TITLE: Kitchen Coordinator

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Nonexempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular, Part-Time

HIRING WAGE: $18-$20, depending on experience and education

WORK HOURS: 20-28 hours per week, days and schedules may vary

REPORTS TO: Kitchen Manager

REVISION DATE: 10/22/2026

Key Responsibilities

1. Supports the general upkeep of the kitchen with duties such as sweeping, mopping, and other daily/weekly/monthly cleaning tasks as assigned, in adherence to Health Department and Licensing standards.
2. Maintains established standards of sanitation, safety, food preparation, and storage as set by the local and state Health Departments; maintains an orderly, sanitary, and safe kitchen and pantry.
3. Supports the Facility Manager with household duties such as laundry, sweeping, mopping, and other daily cleaning tasks in the kitchen and pantry as assigned.
4. Assists in preparing foods using the menus planned by the Kitchen Manager to meet the developmental, medical, and feeding needs of all children with disabilities, including attention to food allergies, and ensures the safety of children by carefully checking Food Cards and labeling all food and drink accordingly.
5. Shares duties with the Kitchen Manager and other kitchen team members for efficient functioning of the food service program.
6. Participates in maintaining inventory and tracking systems, including unpacking and organizing grocery items when delivered.
7. Assists in assuring the proper care and maintenance of all food service equipment; identifies equipment needs for food preparation and service and assists in purchasing as needed.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications and Conditions of Employment

1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred
2. Current food safety certification (ServSafe, Food Handlers, etc), or ability to obtain required certification within the designated timeframe.
3. Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, food storage, and kitchen safety practices.
4. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple operational priorities.
5. Basic computer skills and ability to maintain required records, documentation, and purchasing information.
6. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
7. Must be a reliable and engaged team member who prioritizes effective communication
8. Must be solutions oriented and have a positive attitude
9. Must be adaptable

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a commercial kitchen in a busy child care environment
• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, and repetitive movements throughout the day for up to 8-10 hours per day.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, including groceries, food deliveries, kitchen supplies, and equipment.
• Regular exposure to heat, steam, hot surfaces, sharp utensils, cleaning products, food allergens, and temperature changes.
• Requires regular use of commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, stovetops, dishwashing equipment, warming equipment.
• Requires the ability to safely perform food preparation, cleaning, and sanitation tasks for extended periods.
• Must be able to drive as needed for work related responsibilities including purchasing and picking up groceries, weekly Food Bank orders and shopping, and other kitchen supplies.
• Ability to communicate professionally via email, phone, and in person

Hours and Time Off

• Must be available 10am-2pm four to five days a week; days and hours may vary
• Time off must be approved in advance by Kitchen Manager

Benefits

• 401(k) matching opportunity
• Professional development opportunities
• Incredible work environment and culture surrounded by passionate and invested team members who value the mission of the organization and our role in the community

Equal Opportunity Statement

Respite Care, Inc. provides equal opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, status as an officer or enlisted members of the military forces, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, transgender status, marriage to a coworker, hairstyle historically associated with race, or any other protected characteristic applicable under federal, state, and local laws.

At-Will Employment

All employment with Respite Care, Inc. is voluntary and is subject to termination by you or Respite Care, Inc. at-will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. There is no guarantee, in any manner, that Respite Care, Inc. will continue your employment for any set period of time.

Additional Duties

Please note that this job description is not a comprehensive list of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of this position. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice with direction from Respite Care, Inc.