Food Service and Warehouse Floater

Description

WHO WE ARE:

Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140,000 vulnerable Coloradoans each year. VOA services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit of those we serve. VOA integrates compassion with highly effective programs that build and strengthen communities.

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL?

Volunteers of America Colorado believes unique challenges require unique and thoughtful solutions. VOA creates specialized programs to meet the critical needs of the communities we serve—our programs across Colorado look different because each community is distinct. We engage faith, relationship-building, and volunteers wherever we go to lift up and support Colorado’s most vulnerable citizens.

**The Food Service and Warehouse Floater primary role is to step into kitchen and warehouse positions as needed to ensure uninterrupted operations, especially during staff absences or vacancies. Responsibilities include preparing, cooking portioning, dishwashing and packaging meals according to approved menus and agency standards; receiving, storing, and distributing food and supplies across programs; maintaining storage areas; and assisting with warehouse organization, monthly inventory, all in compliance with sanitation and program procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Performs food service and warehouse tasks as needed to support kitchen and storage operations during

staff absences or vacancies.

· Applies food service skills to produce high-quality meals that meet standards for taste, appearance, and

texture.

· Portions food accurately based on the number of meals ordered.

· Maintains a clean and safe work environment, following sanitation protocols in food preparation and

storage.

· Receives deliveries of food and supplies; verifies quantity, packaging, and quality of items.

· Stores items in designated areas using pallet jacks or forklifts, following sanitation guidelines and First In, First Out (FIFO) inventory practices.

· Prepares storage areas for monthly physical inventory and participates in the inventory process.

· Prepares and packs cold food items according to approved recipes and menu specifications.

· Operates and maintains kitchen equipment safely and appropriately.

· Assists with dishwashing, cleaning, and restocking tasks as needed to support kitchen flow.

· Collaborates with delivery drivers and other program staff to ensure timely and accurate distribution of

meals and supplies.

· Communicates effectively with team members to support daily operations and respond to shifting needs.

· Performs other duties as assigned to ensure continuity of food service operations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Occasional kitchen volunteers

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Frequent exposure to heat, cold, steam and fumes, including walk in refrigeration and freezers.

· Uses knives, utensils, and commercial cooking equipment throughout shift. ·

Stand, pivot walk on hard kitchen floor surface throughout shift.

· Lift, push, or pull up to 60 lbs.

· Occasional exposure to chemicals and cleaning solvents.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

· Full time, Monday-Friday, 5 AM-1:30 PM

· Designated holidays and special events.

LOCATION 4915 E. 52nd Ave Commerce City, CO. 80022

PAY: $19.29-$20.29

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact HR@VOAColorado.org to begin the Interactive Process.

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

Vacation Time

Separate Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Volunteer/Wellness