Part-Time Cook - 1873

Affordable Rent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stout Street Recuperative Care Center (SSRCC) is seeking a Cook to support kitchen operations by preparing and serving nutritious meals for residents recovering from acute medical needs while experiencing homelessness. You will follow health and sanitation guidelines and contribute to a healing, person-centered environment.

Responsibilities include planning meals, maintaining a sanitary kitchen, managing food orders and inventory, and participating in trainings on food handling and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Colorado ServSafe Certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in food preparation or kitchen support.
• Prior experience working in a residential, healthcare, or nonprofit setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve daily meals in alignment with dietary guidelines, health department regulations, and internal procedures.
• Assist in meal planning and support menu development based on nutritional needs and resident input.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining area, ensuring compliance with all Department of Health and Safety standards.
• Order, receive, and store food and kitchen supplies; support inventory tracking and food rotation processes.
• Monitor and report equipment condition and kitchen supply levels to the Manager, Food Services.
• Attend required trainings related to food handling and safety.
• Collaborate respectfully with SSRCC team and contribute to a trauma-informed, person-centered care environment.
• Ensure timely & accurate use of all company systems as required while maintaining complete up-to-date records and any future upgrades as directed.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Meal planning

Nutrition guidelines

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe Certification

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Position Summary

The Cook at the Stout Street Recuperative Care Center (SSRCC) supports kitchen operations by preparing and serving nutritious meals to residents in accordance with health and sanitation guidelines. This role contributes to a supportive and healing environment for individuals recovering from acute medical needs while experiencing homelessness.

Duties/Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Prepare and serve daily meals in alignment with dietary guidelines, health department regulations, and internal procedures.
• Assist in meal planning and support menu development based on nutritional needs and resident input.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining area, ensuring compliance with all Department of Health and Safety standards.
• Order, receive, and store food and kitchen supplies; support inventory tracking and food rotation processes.
• Monitor and report equipment condition and kitchen supply levels to the Manager, Food Services.
• Attend required trainings related to food handling and safety.
• Collaborate respectfully with SSRCC team and contribute to a trauma-informed, person-centered care environment.
• Ensure timely & accurate use of all company systems as required while maintaining complete up-to-date records and any future upgrades as directed.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Education, Licensure and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Colorado ServSafe Certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in food preparation or kitchen support.
• Prior experience working in a residential, healthcare, or nonprofit setting preferred.

Job Competencies

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and nutritional standards.
• Ability to plan and prepare meals at scale in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow recipes, dietary guidelines, and food storage protocols.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Physical stamina and ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced kitchen.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment are representative of those that must be met or encountered to successfully perform the essential functions of the job with or reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, CCH provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.

Physical Demands

• Percentage of work time spent on activity → 0% - 24% 25% to 49% 50% to 74% 75% to 100%
• SEEING: Must be able to read computer screens and printed documents.
• HEARING: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with employees and others.
• STANDING/WALKING: X
• CLIMBING/STOOPING/KNEELING: X
• LIFTING/PULLING/PUSHING: X

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled commercial kitchen.
• May be exposed to high heat, steam, sharp tools, and cleaning chemicals.
• Regular interaction with other staff and residents in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Reliable transportation is required to ensure timely arrival to the assigned work location.