Part-Time Cook: Healing Meals for Recovery & Dignity

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plans and vision insurance

403(b) retirement savings matching

Extensive PTO (holidays, sick leave, &

Job summary

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is seeking a part-time Cook for the Stout Street Recuperative Care Center (SSRCC) to prepare and serve nutritious meals in alignment with health and safety guidelines. This role supports residents recovering from acute medical needs while experiencing homelessness.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (Serve Safe certification within 30 days) and experience in commercial kitchen settings, with strong teamwork and adherence to dietary guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Colorado Serve Safe Certification required within 30 days of hire.

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

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Food safety & sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Colorado Serve Safe Certification

Job description

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is seeking a part-time Cook for the Stout Street Recuperative Care Center (SSRCC) to prepare and serve nutritious meals in alignment with health and safety guidelines. This role supports residents recovering from acute medical needs while experiencing homelessness.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (Serve Safe certification within 30 days) and experience in commercial kitchen settings, with strong teamwork and adherence to dietary guidelines.