Shelter Cook - Northern Colorado (Non-Profit)

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Cook

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services, and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission-driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

A Cook at Catholic Charities:

• Oversees the preparation of meals.
• Executes and maintains an efficient, economical and nutritious food service program.
• Receives and supervises the food donations and makes arrangements for the storage of food products and other materials necessary to the food service operations.
• Monitors that only the highest standard of quality is maintained in the production of the daily meals.
• Monitors that all kitchen sanitation and safety regulations are observed at all times.
• Monitors costs of needed raw materials.
• Monitors portion control, waste and maintains appropriate levels of needed inventory.
• Manages volunteer teams in the preparation and serving of meals. Coordinates with Night Shelter Person for breakfast.
• Participates in training volunteers in areas related to job description.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates effectively as a team member through communication, cooperation, information sharing and problem solving.
• Participates in staff trainings and programs as required.
• Any other tasks or duties as assigned.