Culinary Instructor - Cook

Culinary Instructor ISprings Rescue Mission is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible employer. Join us in building God's Kingdom—one role at a time!Summary of Position:Culinary Instructor I helps facilitate training throughout all kitchen functions and food service work initiatives. Assists the Food Services team with the preparation and provision of meals and quality hospitality services for SRM, its programs, clients, and to the community of Colorado Springs.Requirements:Assists in the training of SRM Culinary Arts students through SRM work initiatives:Ministers and encourages, promotes growth and development of students/residents and shelter guests; facilitates teamwork, time management, and problem resolution.Supports Culinary Arts Program students and contribute toward their interpersonal growth in a Christian environmentPrepares meals through culinary arts training to serve SRM guests, clients and residents.Training and overseeing various levels of volunteersCommunicates effectively and cheerfully with unpaid staff membersEnsures proper use, cleaning, and storage of equipment.Assists in food ordering and donations intake; insures proper food handling and storage and proper documentationObserves established health and safety standards and procedures, including those of USDA, OSHA and SERVsafeInspects kitchen food deliveries upon arrival for freshness and quality.Ensures all food service documentation is correctly entered and storedPrepares and submits both formal and informal reports and/or presentations to Executive Chef, Management Team, selected external audiences, or other groups as requested.Supports proper training and recognition of volunteers for their partnership with Springs Rescue Mission and engages them in meaningful work that leverages volunteers as a resource.Attends all required or expected meetings and reviews SRM emails regularlyDuties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.Education/Experience:• High School degree or equivalent required• Minimum three years' experience supervising/cooking in a professional kitchen.• ServSafe certified preferred. Will need certificate within 6 months of employment.• Associates degree from an accredited institution or equivalent applicable work experience• American Culinary Federation or National Restaurant Association affiliation a plus• Previous experience working with homeless, addicted, mentally ill highly desirableSkills & Qualifications:• Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and is a constant witness. Christ-centered and compassionate attitude in dealing with people including the homeless and faithfully upholds and exemplifies SRM's Statement of Faith• Serves as an advocate for the homeless and raising awareness of the needs and concern for the addicted, and those in poverty; engaging others within one's influence of greater involvement and effectiveness on behalf of this population in Colorado Springs.• Believes that volunteers are vital to accomplishing the Vision and Mission of Springs Rescue Mission and thus is part of mobilizing the community in the fight against addiction, poverty and homelessness• Strong leadership skills• Extensive cooking knowledge and hands on experience• Able to instruct culinary arts through hands on demonstration• Exemplifies Christian character• Knowledge of critical food safety and handling practices as outlined in the National Restaurant Associations, ServeSafe practices along with any state, county and city regulations• Able to cook tasteful meals with attractive presentations while following standard recipes and procedures.• Good eye-hand motor skills• Able to be precise, careful, and safety conscious• Ability to clearly communicate through written and verbal communication• Promote teamwork and apply problem solving skills• Able to work with diverse groups of people, treating all with dignity and respect• Computer literate: knowledgeable in Word, Excel, Power Point and capable of learning new computer programs• Knowledge of 12-steps/recovery/mental illness preferred• Valid Colorado driver's licenseWorking Conditions/Physical Factors:Occasionally = 1%-33%; Frequently = 34%-66%; Continuously = 67%-100%Standing: FrequentlyLifting: Frequently, up to 50 lbsReaching: FrequentlyBending: FrequentlyClimbing: OccasionallyCarrying: FrequentlyRequires good manual dexterity and eye-hand coordinationThe Food Services Coordinator is required to perform all of the above on an on-going and rotational basis.Equipment/Tools Used:• Industrial slicer/mixers/food preparation equipment• Ovens/steamers/stockpots• Grill/fryer/hood suppression system• Chef's knives• Computer/copier• POS SystemSalary & benefits include the following: $18.00/hour, DOE.Medical coverage with Spring's Rescue Mission covering 80% of the employee premium on base medical plan.Voluntary dental and vision coverageEmployer-paid life insurance403(b) retirement plan with Spring's Rescue Mission matching contributions up to 5% after one year of employment, with 100% vesting beginning on your date of hireVoluntary Group Accident PlanEight (8) paid holidaysPaid Time Off (PTO) – beginning at 21 days annually, accrued each pay periodInitial PTO is accrued at a rate of 0.080700 per hour worked, per pay period, with a max balance of 168 hours per year with 50% of max balance able to roll over at the end of the year (84 hours), with 16 hours "pre-loaded" during the first two months (8 hours per month) of employment during the first year of employment.Employer paid Long-Term disabilityPay on Demand optionTuition Assistance – up to $12,000 per year, based on current tuition policy, *subject to change*This position has on-going openings without a deadline for applications.