Culinarian

ROCKY MOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE SERVICES • Colorado Springs, CO

4d • $17 - $20

About The Position

This Culinarian is responsible for preparing and providing meals for all functions of RMHCS as directed by the Food Services Manager.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• 1 year experience in food service industry
• Must have a current Colorado Drivers License and driving record must be in compliance with Company policy. Must maintain current automobile insurance
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to interact clearly and effectively with both internal and external customers
• Basic computer skills to include sending and receiving emails
• Must have knowledge of large quantity meal preparation, menu planning and providing appropriate reports to the Head Chef

Responsibilities

• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food handling practices
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling or piercing with utensils
• Weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment
• Portion, arrange and garnish food and serve to patrons
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters
• Substitute or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods
• Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods
• Wash, peel, cut and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare for consumption
• Estimate expected food consumption
• Carve and trim meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork and lamb for hot or cold service or for sandwiches
• Butcher and dress animals, fowl or shellfish or cut and bone meat prior to cooking
• Bake breads, rolls, cakes and pastries
• Prepare relishes and hors d’oeuvres
• Clean food preparation areas
• Maintain sanitation, health and safety standards
• Other duties as requested/assigned

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision Care
• Wellness Program
• Telemedicine Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Company Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Accidental Injury Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• 403(b) Savings Plan
• Legal Shield and IDShield
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time-Off plan

What This Job Offers

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