Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.88 - $27.31
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Professional Development
Job Description
Denver Rescue Mission is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing shelter, meals, and support services to people experiencing homelessness and poverty in the Denver area. The organization strives to restore people's lives and bring hope through holistic services that address both immediate needs and long-term recovery paths. With a commitment to dignity and respect, Denver Rescue Mission operates multiple facilities serving thousands daily through a buffet-style meal service that caters to individuals facing food insecurity. The organization also fosters a welcoming community environment through robust volunteer programs and skill-building opportunities for program participants.
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Job Requirements
- Previous cooking and commercial kitchen experience required
- Must be able to lift and move at least 50 pounds
- Knowledge of food industry procedures and sanitation codes related to buffet services
- Ability to cook large and small quantities
- Understanding of hospitality related to food services
- Must hold current valid Colorado Driver's License and authorize driver’s background check
- Driving record must be insurable under Denver Rescue Mission standards
- Solid Christian ethic with ability to work with diverse cultural, educational, and religious backgrounds
- ServSafe certified or able to obtain certification within 90 days
- Ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days
- Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned
- Must be a Christian holding to beliefs set forth in the Statement of Faith, expressed by personal testimony and conduct.
Job Qualifications
- Previous cooking and commercial kitchen experience
- Knowledge of food industry procedures and sanitation codes for buffet service
- Ability to cook in large and small quantities
- Understanding of hospitality related to food services
- ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 90 days
- CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days
- Current valid Colorado Driver's License with insurable driving record
- Solid Christian ethic and ability to work with diverse populations
- Leadership experience in task assignment and team supervision
- Experience with volunteer coordination and training
- Familiarity with inventory and food safety management
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Job Duties
- Plans and executes daily menu coordinating with chefs and Food Services leaders
- Organizes and monitors buffet style meal service
- Oversees meal preparation and creates food prep lists for kitchen help including volunteers
- Creates a professional and respectful teamwork-driven environment
- Records and reviews meal service data in Denver Rescue Mission database
- Trains program participants in food handling, preparation, and kitchen teamwork
- Supervises program participants during their Work Readiness assignments
- Cooperates with Volunteer Services to mobilize and engage community volunteers
- Prepares task lists for volunteers and oversees their tasks
- Provides orientation and continuous mobilization for volunteers
- Thanks and debriefs volunteers at shift end
- Maintains and rotates food storage and inventory
- Records donated food and manages excess donation distribution
- Follows food safety and hygiene practices
- Maintains all food safety logs and cleaning schedules
- Discards unusable food items promptly
- Participates in staff meetings and continuous improvement projects
- Upholds Denver Rescue Mission's Christian values and culture.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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