Cook

Location: 3405 N Main St, Aurora, CO80019 Schedule: Full‑time day shift, United States of America Responsibilities Prepare patient, retail, and catering meals by following culinary production records, including short‑order and batch cooking to ensure quality and temperature standards. Execute advance prep tasks by reviewing pull sheets and organizing ingredients for upcoming service periods and high‑volume production needs. Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, ensuring all equipment and surfaces meet health standards and recording temperatures according to regulatory requirements. Manage inventory by sorting, labeling, dating, and rotating stock to support food safety and minimize waste. Collaborate with managers and team members to meet operational goals, communicate needs, and support efficient food service delivery. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of cooking methods – Required Ability to communicate in English – Required Therapeutic diet preparation knowledge – Preferred Knowledge about working in the food industry – Required Ability to cook precisely and efficiently; decisions and multi‑task under pressure – Required Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) – Required Good oral communication skills – Required Excellent customer service skills – Required Ability to perform basic math functions – Required Creativity in food preparation and service – Required Flexibility in scheduling of hours – Required May be required to work overtime, weekends and holidays – Required Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations – Required Mathematical skills: add/subtract two‑digit numbers, multiply/divide 10s and 100s, operate with US money, weight, volume, distance – Required Reasoning ability: apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one‑ or two‑step instructions, handle standardized situations – Required General knowledge of recipe execution, adherence, and sanitary work procedures – Required Knowledge of sanitation and safety regulations – Required Strong organizational skills – Required Knowledge of materials, methods, utensils, and equipment – Required Knowledge of all policies, procedures, and regulations regarding patient care, safety, fire, security, and risk management – Required Ability to follow standard precaution guidelines for infection control when providing patient care – Required Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of organization/employee/patient/family/caregiver information – Required Ability to operate standard office machines such as fax, copier, calculator, and mail machines – Required Education and Experience High School Graduate or Equivalent – Preferred 1+ years foodservice experience in a high‑volume culinary production capacity – Preferred Hospital or nursing home foodservice environment – Preferred Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Life Insurance Disability Insurance Paid Time Off (starting day one) 403‑B Retirement Plan 4 weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well‑being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Pay Range: $19.58 – $31.32 per hour This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr