Nutrition Site Coordinator / Head Cook

Meals on Wheels Program | Salida

Do you want a rewarding career that changes lives? Imagine yourself running the nutrition site and kitchen for an organization whose mission is to improve the lives of people in our local communities. The mission of the Upper Arkansas Area Council of Governments is to strengthen our community by providing service, support, and resources to make lives better.

If you agree, we want you to be part of this incredible team! This is a part-time position based in Salida, Colorado.

As Nutrition Site Coordinator / Head Cook, you will:

Prepare all food according to approved menus and recipes, serve meals on time with proper portion control in a friendly, relaxing atmosphere, and make sure all staff and volunteers follow proper sanitation procedures. Compile and record daily, weekly, and monthly data, keep a current inventory of all foods and supplies, and order food and supply items as needed. Train and supervise the back-up Cook and any volunteers in the kitchen, serving, and dining areas. Work with local agencies and media to develop and promote participation and community outreach, maintain equipment inventory and service records, and keep records of all state and local health inspections.

Required Competencies

Experience cooking a variety of foods in quantity from approved recipes.
Knowledge of health regulations, inventory control, and budgeting.
Obtain and maintain a current ServSafe Retail Food Handlers Certification, or an equivalent certification that meets State Unit on Aging standards, within six weeks of employment.
Experience using institutional kitchen equipment.
Math and problem-solving skills.
Willing to deliver Meals on Wheels when needed. Must have reliable transportation, a valid Colorado driver's license, and current insurance.
Must pass a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check.

Preferred Competencies

Experience working with the elderly population.

Compensation

$18.00 – $19.00 per hour, depending on experience
24 hours per week (part-time position)

Benefits

Paid time off.

APPLY ONLINE or by completing and delivering an application and resume to:

UAACOG
3224-A Independence Road
Cañon City, Colorado 81212

Please note both an application and resume are required for this position.

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