
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.03 - $28.04
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Medical insurance
RTD EcoPass
fitness center access
Childcare discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development
public service loan forgiveness
Student loan coaching
Job Description
Denver Health is a comprehensive, high-quality academic healthcare system that stands as a nationally recognized model for integrated care. It encompasses a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care hospital, Denver's 911 emergency medical services, multiple family and school-based health centers, and public health initiatives. As Colorado's pivotal safety-net institution, Denver Health is mission-driven with a deep commitment to providing care to underserved populations, delivering billions of dollars in uncompensated care to uninsured individuals annually. Beyond healthcare, it is an anchor institution in the community, supporting local employment, purchasing, and addressing community needs. Conveniently located near downtown Denver, the... Show More
Job Requirements
- No high school diploma and/or no GED required
- Three years experience performing food preparation and/or service
- ServSafe Food Handler certification mandatory
- Ability to work varied shifts
- Must pass pre-employment drug test
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with others
- Capability to follow HACCP guidelines and food safety standards
Job Qualifications
- ServSafe Food Handler certification
- Minimum three years experience performing food preparation and/or service
- Formal culinary training preferred
- Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices
- Knowledge of food safety techniques and HACCP guidelines
- Knowledge of safety hazards and safety precautions
- Knowledge of sanitary food preparation procedures
- Knowledge of food preparation equipment and techniques
- Skill in prioritizing and coordinating activities
- Skill in problem analysis and resolution
- Effective communication skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Job Duties
- Organizes, directs, and coordinates functions and activities in the food service department to ensure regulatory compliance
- Alerts supervisor to problems and needs concerning equipment, supplies and staffing daily
- Plans, schedules, coordinates, and assigns work and establishes goals and priorities for Cook I, Cook II and Food Service Workers
- Directs activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals
- Maintains and establishes departmental policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs and health and safety standards
- Ensures standards of quality, hygiene, and efficiency are met throughout the food service operation
- Ensures necessary sanitary levels are maintained throughout the food preparation process
- Guides and assists in the training of Cook I, Cook II and Food Service Workers
- Monitors preparation of food and produces small to large batch goods using advanced cooking, plating and garnishing techniques
- Operates kitchen utensils and equipment to prepare food according to menus and dietary restrictions
- Resolves problems encountered by employees during assignments
- Requests, stocks, organizes, and rotates products per HACCP guidelines
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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