Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $43,932.00 - $61,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind (CSDB) is a unique and specialized educational institution dedicated to providing quality education and support services to students who are deaf, hard of hearing, visually impaired, or blind. Located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, CSDB operates as part of the state's Department of Education and serves as a vital resource and community hub, fostering an environment where language, leadership, and learning converge to empower students to develop their presence, purpose, and wayfinding skills. The school is Deaf and Blind-led and prides itself on creating an inclusive atmosphere that nurtures growth, pride, and authenticity... Show More
Job Requirements
- Be a resident of the State of Colorado at the time of application
- must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- ability to bend, lift, stoop, reach, walk, and stand for extended periods
- utilization of appropriate personal protective equipment
- ability to understand and carry out verbal or written instructions
- completion of ASL proficiency at survival skill level within a specified period
- knowledge or experience with Nutri-kids program desired
- compliance with all health and safety regulations
- submission of a complete application including salary history, references, and relevant documentation
- willingness to establish residency in Colorado if hired
Job Qualifications
- Two years of relevant experience in food preparation, food handling, or food service in a school, residential, hospital, or institutional setting
- proficiency in American Sign Language at survival skill level or willingness to attain
- knowledge of National School Lunch Program procedures and regulations
- experience with special diets and altered texture modifications
- ability to use technology including email, internet, word processing, and spreadsheets
- effective communication and interpersonal skills
- strong problem-solving and organizational abilities
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- courteous, professional, and helpful attitude
Job Duties
- Prepare designated food for meals, set up the serving line, and serve meals as needed
- bake from scratch and mix dough and batters for breads, cakes, and other baked items
- ensure the salad bar is prepared fresh for lunch and dinner meals
- finish, portion, and package products by icing, topping, cutting, and wrapping items
- read nutrient analysis and production logs to ensure sufficient food preparation
- scale recipes based on standardized recipes
- provide input to recipe adjustments and production schedules
- maintain equipment cleanly and safely
- coordinate with other cooks to manage food serving and prevent student wait times
- check-in weekly grocery orders and verify items
- notify Food Service Manager in advance for orders
- coordinate ordering of baking supplies
- ensure food looks appealing and tastes good
- maintain kitchen cleanliness, sweep and mop daily
- store cleaning supplies securely
- ensure safety standards
- store USDA foods separately and label properly
- monitor cooler and freezer temperatures
- refrigerate and freeze meats properly and rotate foods using FIFO
- check food temperatures on serving line
- ensure dish machine operates correctly
- use proper serving utensils and gloves
- store food properly covered, labeled, and dated
- document temperatures on HACCP logs
- check daily emails
- coordinate food orders and requests
- communicate time off with Food Service Manager
- read and respond to interdepartmental emails
- submit leave requests in writing and attach complete forms
- maintain accurate daily food production logs with temperature and usage records
- complete monthly inventories and submit to Food Service Manager
- fill incident reports timely
- communicate courteously with staff, students, and families
- use sign language to communicate and attend sign classes weekly
- solve immediate cooking problems and follow up
- coordinate dorm cooking skills pickups
- record daily meal counts and track leftovers
- perform all other duties assigned by Food Service Manager
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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