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Updated on 8/23/2026
Volunteers of America Colorado
Housing, food and community support
Compensation Overview
$19.29 - $20/hr
No H1B Sponsorship
Denver, CO, USA
In Person
 General Maintenance & Repair (1) |
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- One year of related experience in cooking or a similar production facility is required.
- Ability to read and write and follow standardized recipes and production sheets is required.
- Ability to perform basic kitchen mathematical calculations is required.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds repeatedly during a daily shift is required.
- ServSafe certification is required, or the employee must be able to acquire food safety certification within three months of hire.
- Ability to clearly and respectfully communicate with agency staff, volunteers, clients, and vendors is required.
- Solid time management and organizational skills are required.
- Prepare precooked meals from the Aging and Nutrition Services kitchen and heat them to the proper serving temperature.
- Plate and serve lunch and dinner meals for a high volume of individuals.
- Plate and serve meals with high-quality presentation and attention to participant satisfaction.
- Provide program participants opportunities to give feedback when appropriate.
- Serve guests respectfully using a trauma-informed approach.
- Portion food according to the number of meals needed while minimizing waste and leftovers.
- Follow Colorado Food Program portion guidelines using the Volunteers of America menu as a guide.
- Use menu plans to requisition products and supplies accurately and efficiently.
- Maintain a safe and clean work area and follow sanitation policies.
- Maintain product safety using proper temperature controls.
- Use and maintain kitchen equipment in a clean, safe, and appropriate manner.
- Chill, label, and properly store unused products and leftovers.
- Prepare special-event meals and requested items as directed by the Food Service Project Manager.
- Track and input meals served and offered into meal-tracking systems.
- Order food and kitchen supplies weekly from the Volunteers of America kitchen.
- Attend required meetings and agency training.
- Direct, train, or assist kitchen employees, temporary workers, or volunteers as assigned.
- Perform responsibilities in accordance with the Social Work Code of Ethics.
- Maintain predictable and consistent attendance.
- Work Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., including designated holidays and special events when scheduled.
- Occasionally supervise program volunteers and temporary laborers in the absence of a Food Service Manager or Associate Director.
- Use knives, utensils, and commercial cooking equipment throughout the shift.
- Stand, pivot, and walk on hard surfaces for most of the shift.
- Lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and work around heat, cold, steam, fumes, chemicals, and cleaning solvents.
- At least one year of high-volume institutional cooking experience is preferred.
Volunteers of America Colorado is a faith-based nonprofit providing human services to vulnerable individuals and families across the state. Its programs include housing and emergency shelter, hunger and nutrition support, services for veterans and older adults, family resources, early childhood programs and other community-based assistance. The organization adapts services to local needs across Colorado regions and works with volunteers, donors and public partners. Its mission is carried out through more than a single shelter or food program, using a broad network of specialized support services.
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