Cook White River Roundup – Rangely

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Cook
Department: White River Roundup
Job Code: 174804
Reports To: Senior Program Administrator
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Effective Date: January 2, 2023

POSITION SUMMARY:
Prepares and serves meals for 25-100 eligible participants at a senior
nutrition site.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the
job and do not include other non-essential or peripheral duties that may be
required. Rio Blanco County reserves the right to modify or change the duties
or essential functions of this job at any time.

Prepares and serves food for each meal according to a prepared menu and in a
timely manner, which preserves nutrients, creates appealing meals and
provides sufficient quantities to meet service needs. Uses standardized
recipes and portion control to prevent waste and assure quality. Follows menus
provided, only making changes with consent of the Program Administrator,
then document changes or substitutions on the menu.
Prepares the kitchen and dining area for preparing and serving food. Sets
tables, replenishes supplies.
Cleans kitchen and dining area according to daily and monthly schedule.
Appropriately stores leftovers, assists in kitchen cleanup, and makes sure
all equipment is clean and stored properly. Operates dishwasher and puts away
clean dishes
Records food temperatures daily, handles food according to sanitary standards.
Keeps a daily record of food used from inventory. Ensures all food is being
used before expiration.
Monitors and completes daily meals and money counts. Deposits or directs the
deposit of daily receipts with the County Treasurer.
Informs Program Administrator of grocery needs. Receives and verifies grocery
orders, stores groceries properly.
Orders food based on inventory needs, and after approval from the Program
Administrator.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Handles complaints and suggestions from project participants, and
communicates the information with the Program Administrator.
Assists in training and provides direction to the Assistant Cook and/or
Relief Cook. Recruits, schedules, trains, coordinates and supervises
volunteers.
Attends all mandatory training and monthly staff meetings. Maintains and
follows project policies and procedures manual.
Follows all County policies and procedures.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Current CPR certification or be willing to obtain.
Knowledge of portion control and basic nutrition.
Skill in and ability to learn operation of equipment.
Ability to work cooperatively with and supervise others.
Ability to follow standardized recipes and planned menus and to follow
sanitary standards.
Ability to follow time schedule with limited flexibility.
Ability to positively interact with people, especially senior citizens.

Education and/or Experience:
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the
required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential
functions of the job.
2 years of experience in food service, including use of gas range,
commercial dishwasher, food slicer, and other commercial equipment.
Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
Must be able to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
Must have mathematical ability to adjust recipes, estimate food quantities
and portion food, plus check grocery orders and invoices.
Good general health.
Licenses or Certificates:
None.

Physical Demands:
Must be able to frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Considerable walking,
reaching, grasping, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and
carrying objects required.

Work Environment:
Work is performed in a commercial kitchen environment. Contact and interaction
with the public is frequent.

This job description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all duties,
responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions. Rio Blanco County prohibits discrimination on the
basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, creed,
ancestry, religion, disability, pregnancy, genetic information,
sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or any other status
protected by federal or state law.