Relief Production Cook

VOA Colorado; Idaho; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Health, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Volunteers of America-Colorado Branch is seeking a Relief/Per Diem Production Cook in Idaho Springs to assist with daily meal production under the supervision of the Clear Creek Program Manager. The role emphasizes food quality, sanitation, and efficient service while supporting meal distribution and program operations.

The position runs 8:00am-2:00pm, Monday through Friday, and requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• One year of related experience in cooking or a similar food production environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares soups and casseroles and portions meals according to menus and production sheets.
• Produces high-quality products with attention to taste, appearance, texture and client satisfaction.
• Portions and packages food according to meals ordered, minimizing waste and leftovers.
• Requests product and supplies in advance based on menu plans to ensure accurate workflow.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area and follows sanitation policies.
• Operates and cleans kitchen equipment, supports setup and breakdown of food service.

Skills

Cooking experience

Reading and writing

Mathematical calculations

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Physical strength

Job description

Description

Why Volunteers of America?

VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely, and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veteran’s efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOAC goes, it combines relationship-building, volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbor’s efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.

The Production Cook

The Production Cook prepares, cooks, portions, packages, and stores hot and cold meal items in accordance with approved menus, recipes, production schedules, and Volunteers of America Nutrition Services standards. This position is responsible for ensuring food quality and safety, maintaining sanitary kitchen and dining environments, supporting meal service operations, and contributing to efficient food production and distribution under the direction of the Clear Creek Program Manager or Associate Director.

This Relief/Per Diem position serves as a substitute team member, providing coverage to ensure continuity of services during employee absences and vacations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares quantity and quality soups and casserole dishes, assembles sauces and gravies; roasts, bakes, braises, or steams meats, starches and vegetables or other food items for daily program meal production.
• Uses acquired culinary skills to produce high-quality products, ensuring excellent taste, appearance, texture and client acceptability.
• Portions and packages food according to number of meals ordered, minimizing waste and leftover items.
• Using menu plans, requisitions product and supplies in advance to ensure accuracy and efficient workflow.
• Maintains a safe, clean work area and strictly follows proper sanitation policies.
• Ensures product safety always employing proper temperature controls.
• Uses and maintains kitchen equipment in a clean, safe, and appropriate manner.
• Assists with set up and breakdown of food service.
• Chills, labels and properly store any unused product or leftovers.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary dining and kitchen environment by clearing tables, washing dishes, and supporting kitchen cleanup activities.
• Performs routine dishwashing and dining room sanitation duties, including clearing tables, cleaning service areas, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Attend meetings and Agency training as required.
• Predictable, consistent attendance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Frequent exposure to heat, cold, steam and fumes, including walk-in refrigeration and accessing freezer.
• Uses knives, utensils, and commercial cooking equipment throughout shift.
• Stand, pivot, and walk on hard surface majority of shift.
• Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional exposure to chemicals and cleaning solvents.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• Relief/Per Diem- 8:00am-2:00pm, Monday -Friday

Location

• Idaho Springs

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

• Vacation Time
• Separate Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Personal Days
• Volunteer/Wellness Day
• Tuition Assistance
• Pension Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance/Work-Life Balance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• LifeLock with Norton
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer

POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact [e-mail] to begin the Interactive Process.

Requirements

Competencies

• Models core culture attributes of Volunteers of America-Colorado Branch that include
• “AIRS” (Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service).
• Models and pursues Volunteers of America- Colorado three critical virtues of HHS (Hungry, Humble, and People Smart).

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills of Position

• One year of related experience in cooking or a similar food production environment utilizing commercial-grade kitchen equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and follow standardized recipes, production sheets, and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations related to food production and meal service.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and respectfully with VOA staff, volunteers, clients, vendors, and community partners.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout a work shift.

Preferred Qualifications of Position

• ServSafe certified