Reports to: Head Chef

To further the mission of Colorado Outdoor Education Center by  providing quality meals to clients and guests who have reserved the conference center space to learn on site. ​

Essential Job Functions:

• Prep, cook, and serve healthy, delicious and attractive meals for clients
• Ensure that allergy and dietary restrictions are met for each meal. This often requires
• several dishes for each meal to accommodate needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen.
• Comply with proper sanitation and safety procedures.
• While not the primary function of the cooks, participate in dishwashing when needed
• Put away food order
• Notify head cook when ingredients and supplies need to be ordered

Other Job Duties:

• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between coworkers and the extended organization's community
• Assist with preparation and/or packing of snacks and cookouts when scheduled.
• Qualifications: (Minimum Qualifications, Education and Experience)
• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
• Excellent working knowledge of kitchen appliances, their operations and cooking methods
• Previous cooking experience helpful, willingness to learn essential. We will train.
• Knowledge of ServSafe requirements and certification if possible
• Knowledge of and adherence to Teller County Public Health food service guidelines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Attention to detail
• Good time management
• Openness and willingness to learn
• Adaptability & Flexibility

Physical Requirements of the Position:

• Ability to spend all day on your feet
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Ability to navigate over uneven terrain
• Shifts may vary and some include weekends.

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Responsibilities are not limited to this list.
​​Please send your resume to lara@thenatureplace.net & martie@thenatureplace.net