Cook/Driver

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Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Comprehensive benefits, PTO, and 401(k) available to full-time employees starting on the 1st day of the month following 30 days of hire.
Job Title: Cook/Driver
FLSA Status: Full time, Non-exempt
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week (normally)
Department: Department 400
Reports to: Manager of Nutrition Operations
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB
The Prep Cook and Food Delivery driver position plays a crucial role in the Nutrition and Food Pantry programs, ensuring the efficient preparation of nutritious meals and their safe and timely delivery to older adults. This position follows and upholds the requirements of Title III-C of the Older Americans Act and by Volume 10 of the Older Coloradoans Act.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in food preparation and packaging, including washing, peeling, chopping, and scooping ingredients to ensure timely meal production.
• Handle basic kitchen tasks, such as preparing sauces or side dishes, cleaning kitchen surfaces, and assisting in the dishwashing area as needed.
• Accurately record food temperatures and loss, adhering to food safety guidelines and regulatory standards to ensure compliance.
• Inspect quality of raw, cooked, and delivered food to meet organizational standards.
• Safely load and unload food and supplies from delivery vehicles, and stock shelves, refrigerators, freezers, and warehouse areas in an organized manner.
• Deliver food and supplies to congregate sites, maintaining delivery records, and reporting any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
• Collect and manage donation boxes, rosters, and other deliverables, ensuring secure transport and adherence to traffic regulations.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, vehicles, and work areas to ensure they meet safety and operational standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff, volunteers, interns, and community members for efficient meal and supply delivery operations.
• Support special events by assisting with setup and cleanup tasks.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the kitchen, warehouse, and delivery operations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Identify and support volunteers and interns to coordinate and coach appropriate kitchen and warehouse safety standards.
VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT RESONSIBILITIES
Silver Key is a volunteer centric organization. You may be regularly interacting and engaging with volunteers, so it is your responsibility to show appreciation for their efforts and provide guidance.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Silver Key values the growth and development of our full-time hourly employees. With supervisor approval, you can take advantage of various professional development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career. These opportunities are tailored to help you excel in your role and contribute more effectively to our mission of serving seniors.

• Mental Health First Aid
• Peer Support Certification
• Other Supervisor-Approved Trainings

DRIVING DUTIES
Will drive on behalf of Silver Key Senior Services. Must maintain a current, valid Colorado Driver's License. Must maintain the state issued minimum automotive liability insurance coverage. Must observe and obey all federal, state, and local traffic laws. Responsible for the proper function and maintenance of any Silver Key vehicles used in performing assigned duties.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Silver Key Senior Services is a drug-free organization. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and background checks. Business-specific knowledge: Knowledge of Silver Key Senior Services mission statement, policies/procedures, business-specific software, and safety regulations. This position does require a background check by Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS).
REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Willingness to drive a box truck (CDL license is NOT required for this position).
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills, ensuring food and supplies are prepared or delivered on schedule.
• Physical capability to lift, organize, and handle large quantities of food.
• Able to communicate effectively and work in a team environment.
• Clean driving record.

DESIRABLE, PREFERRED, OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of food handling, storage, and safety standards (e.g., ServSafe certification).
• Experience with inventory systems like FIFO for managing stock levels and reducing waste.
• Cooking experience.

TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCY
This position requires basic Office Software, Sanitation and Cleaning Technologies, Learning Management Systems, Communication Tools (Instant Messaging), Time and Attendance systems, Food Safety record keeping, Inventory Management Software, Point of Sale Systems/Kitchen Display systems.
This position will often require multi-tasking in the use of computer, phone, and office equipment while interacting with clients. Candidates for this position may be required to take and pass technology proficiency assessments prior to employment.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills, mathematical abilities, and interpersonal skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Proficiency in non-English languages is highly valued.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must possess and maintain a Colorado Driver's License.
• Complete the ServSafe certification (within 90 days of hire)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires standing, walking and sitting for periods of time. Utilization of hands and fingers to operate office computer keyboard (on occasion) and equipment required. Must be able to reach with hands and arms, talk, hear, and stoop, kneel or crouch if needed. Must be able to push or pull carts, pallet jacks and work in environments with varying temperatures such as freezers, walk-in coolers, and outdoor donation areas. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
VISION REQUIREMENTS
Position requires close, distance and peripheral vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Moderate noise within business office atmosphere with computers, printers, and light traffic. The duties of this position are performed in a kitchen or warehouse and client service pantry setting. This includes loading dock bays, refrigeration and freezer units, and dry storage areas. Travel within the community can be frequent for pick-ups. Travel out of town is infrequent.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENT • Must pass drug test and background check prior to hire and periodically during employment as determined by organization standards as well as State and Federal contracting requirements