Chef

Job Type Full-time Description

The Chef is a full-time **non-exempt** position of Denver Rescue Mission (DRM) which must agree with and abide by our Statement of Faith and Ministry Principles. In addition, all employees must comply with policies as summarized in the DRM Employee Handbook.

Denver Rescue Mission serves people experiencing homelessness and poverty through emergency services, rehabilitation, transitional programs, permanent housing assistance and community outreach. Since 1892, weve been changing lives in the name of Christ by meeting people at their physical and spiritual points of need, with the goal of returning them to society as productive, self-sufficient citizens.

Every position at the Denver Rescue Mission is an opportunity for ministry and is vital for the fulfillment of our mission. As a faith-based, charitable non-profit organization, we are committed to providing emergency services as well as rehabilitative and transitional programs to individuals and families experiencing poverty and homelessness in our community.

**Life at Denver Rescue Mission**

Here at the Denver Rescue Mission, we treat our employees like family. We often refer to each other as the DRM Family. People who work at the Mission appreciate the opportunity to share the love of Jesus Christ with other employees, guests, and program participants. We have a weekly prayer list, fellowship events, and many other opportunities to share our faith.

**Hiring Range:$18.00-$20.55 based on qualifications and experience** Requirements

**POSITION SUMMARY**

The Chef reports to the Denver Food Services Assistant Manager and/or the Kitchen Supervisor and is responsible for all Shelter Center kitchen operations, activities, and volunteer services. Each shift will be staffed with a Chef who will focus on food production, and a Chef who will focus on the volunteer experience through engagement and mobilization. During the course of a shift, all chefs will work as a team and lend assistance to one another as needed. All chefs will be required to fulfill the respective areas of focus based upon the needs of each shift. The end result of both chefs efforts should be the fulfillment of all duties expressed below.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

***Kitchen Operations***

* Plan and execute daily menu in coordination with other chefs, Denver Food Services Assistant Manager, and the Food Distribution Coordinator using donated food from the Ministry Outreach Center while maintaining high-quality balanced meals.

* Organize and monitor buffet-style meal service.

* Oversee the preparation of meals by preparing a food prep list that can be executed by all kitchen help including volunteers and program participants.

* Create a professional, respectful, and teamwork-driven environment where team members and volunteers work together in unison.

* Record numbers of meals served by scanning every meal into Denver Rescue Missions database. Review meal totals at the end of every shift to ensure accuracy and report any issues to the Denver Food Services Assistant Manager.

* Other duties as assigned

***Volunteer Services***

* Work in cooperation with the Volunteer Services department to host and mobilize volunteers from the community who are onsite for kitchen prep and meal service shifts each day, resulting in an excellent volunteer experience.

* Anticipate and prepare for the volunteers before each volunteer shift by providing a written list of tasks related to meal planning and overseeing the tasks performed by volunteers.

* Provide welcome and orientation for the volunteers at the beginning of each volunteer shift.

* Continuously mobilize volunteers during their entire shift so that volunteers are engaged and productive.

* Thank, debrief, and dismiss volunteers at the end of each volunteer shift.

***Inventory Management***

* Maintains and rotates food storage areas in a manner that is organized, maintains pars, and keeps areas free of clutter.

* Accurately records donations that stay at LSCC for use in meal production, which includes weighing all donated items and recording on provided sheets.

* Send all excess food donations to Denver Rescue Missions warehouse daily per health department standards.

* Food is to be served during designated mealtimes in the buffet area only.

***Food Safety***

* Follow practices of personal hygiene, food handling practices, and proper cleaning and sanitizing methods.

* Maintain daily Denver Rescue Missions food safety policies, procedures, and required department logs.

* Maintain proper food rotation and discard any unusable or unwholesome items immediately.

* Ensure all cleaning schedules are kept updated on a daily basis.

***Additional Responsibilities***

* The standard uniform is a chef coat, long pants, and appropriate non-slip shoes.

* As assigned, participate in weekly staff meetings and other staff-related activities.

* Follow all accepted and normal staff practices regarding sicknesses, reports, job-related problems, and supervision.

* Participate in continuous improvement projects and training, utilizing Agile and Lean Methodologies and promoting departmental values.

* Display characteristics humble, hungry and smart as portrayed in Patrick Lencionis book, *The Ideal Team Player.*

* Willingness to engage in projects to promote a culture of continuous improvement.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

* Previous cooking and commercial kitchen experience required.

* Must be able to lift and move at least 50 pounds.

* Knowledge in food industry procedures and sanitation codes related to buffet-type services.

* Ability to cook in large and small quantities.

* Possess an understanding of hospitality-related to food services in front and back of the house.

* Solid Christian ethic with the ability to work with people of diverse cultural, educational, and religious backgrounds.

* ServSafe certified or ability to fulfill certification within 90 days of hire.

* Willingness to work weekends and holidays.