Part-Time Cook - Recuperative Care

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless • Denver, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Colorado Serve Safe Certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in food preparation or kitchen support.
• 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.
• Reliable transportation is required to ensure timely arrival to assigned work location.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working in a residential, healthcare, or nonprofit setting preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish 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.

Benefits

• Health Insurance - HMO or PPO
• Dental plans
• vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• supplemental life insurance
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) retirement savings matching
• Extensive paid time-off, including holidays, sick leave, and vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED