Department Information

This position is open to current Colorado residents only.

Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!

About the Division of Youth Services: The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non-residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates ten secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre-adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non-residential service providers throughout the State. For pre-adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Senate Bill 91-94; a State-funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State.

Division of Youth Services Vision:Achieving youth success and safer Colorado communities.

Division of Youth Services Mission:It is the mission of the Division of Youth Services to protect, restore and improve public safety utilizing a continuum of care that provides effective supervision, promotes accountability to victims and communities, and helps youth lead constructive lives through positive development.

We invite you to explore the DYS website and learn about the services provided to youth, families, and local communities in the State of Colorado at: www.colorado.gov/cdhs/dys

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Description of Job

This position performs fully operational food production work in the Division of Youth Services Food Services Department located at Mount View Youth Service Center.

**Please note: It is possible that this position will be scheduled to work in other DYS locations that are located within a 10 mile radius of Mount View.**

** Shifts will be scheduled between 4:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. and are subject to change based on the needs of the program.**

Primary Job Duties

Meal Preparation and Service. Properly prepares food that is attractive, appetizing, and of proper temperatures. Follows DYS menus and recipes in order to comply with National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program and DYS policies and procedures. Enters data onto production worksheets. When recipe changes are required, documents changes and submits to facility food service manager. Sets up and tears down serving line as needed. Garnishes food on the serving line. Serves food in the proper quantities according to the DYS recipes.

Safety and Security. Anticipates and identifies potential safety and security problems and reports problems to the facility food managerial or supervisory staff. Recognizes safety hazards. Uses food service equipment properly. Follows good safety practices to reduce or prevent slips, trips, falls, burns, etc. Inventories knives and/or culinary utensils according to facility procedures to prevent loss. Follows facility key procedures and ensures that doors are kept locked to prevent escapes. Uses and stores chemicals properly. Follows DYS policies and facility procedures related to safety and security.

Sanitation. Follows proper sanitation procedures for the handling of food and the cleaning of the food service area. Cleans food services equipment and the physical plant of the kitchen on a regular basis, or as assigned, to keep them free of food particles, dust, and bacteria. Controls times and temperatures of food to prevent food borne illness. Complies with the Colorado Retail Food Establishment Rules and Regulations.

Inventory Control. Inspects food and food service supplies for accurate quantity and condition upon arrival to the facility. Rejects food and supplies that are inadequate. Stores raw food and food supplies utilizing a FIFO inventory method. Dates all food products upon arrival. Signs requisitions and submits to the facility food managerial or supervisory staff. Assists in taking a physical count of the inventory at least once a month. In the absence of facility food managerial or supervisory staff requisitions food and food service supplies.

Training and Meetings. Attends DYS and facility meetings to maintain and increase knowledge regarding procedural changes. Attends training to increase job knowledge and comply with DYS policies and procedures.

Other Duties as Assigned: Performs other duties as assigned. May be required to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime to ensure adequate coverage to feed the clients.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience must be specifically documented in the work experience section of your application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.

Minimum Qualifications:

One (1) year of food services experience including, but not limited to: hosting, serving, delivering, cashiering, prepping, cooking, etc.

Substitutions: None

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a pro-rated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods, and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale including the ability to prepare from "scratch" entrees, soups, salads, baked goods, etc.;
Knowledge of health hazards in food preparation and service, and of necessary precautionary measures.
ServSafe certification is ideal;
Ability to read and follow information presented in writing, including policies, procedures, recipes and menus;
Ability to work as a team and also independently.
Problem Solving Skills

Highly Desirable Competencies:

Knowledge of health requirements in the operation of a food service unit;
Knowledge of health hazards in food service and the necessary precautionary measures;
Knowledge of weights, measures, (e.g., food scales, measuring cups, and spoons) and food measurement techniques;
Knowledge of techniques used in mixing food (e.g., gelatin, pancake batter, salad dressing, scrambled eggs, etc.);
Knowledge of meat and vegetable preparation methods;
Knowledge of cooking methods (e.g., frying, deep-fat frying, boiling, or baking);
Knowledge of the use of kitchen utensils in serving or portioning meal;
Knowledge of food safety related to handling and storing cooked foods, serving and storing temperatures, or reading food thermometers;
Ability to read English at the level necessary for interpreting and understanding written recipes, menus, nourishment labels, diet slips, portioning sheets, and policies and procedures;
Ability to perform basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) as related to calculating or converting units of measure for determining proper amounts of food ingredients for mass food production;
Ability to clean, cut, cube, grind, and tenderize meat;
Ability to clean, peel, dice, grate, slice, and chop vegetables;
Ability to measure food ingredients using food scales, measuring cups, or spoons;
Ability to mix food items (e.g., gelatin, pancake batter, salad dressing, scrambled eggs, etc.);
Ability to boil food items and operate a jacketed steam kettle in a safe and effective manner;
Ability to fry food items and operate a grill or tilt grill in a safe and effective manner;
Ability to bake food items and operate a gas, rotary, or convection oven in a safe and effective manner;
Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions;
Excellent interpersonal skills.

Conditions of Employment:

CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services),
Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults – Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers).
Must be at least 21 years old
Must possess a valid U.S. drivers license
Shift Work - May be required to work breakfast, lunch or dinner shift.
Must pass a drug screen
Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - Various cleaning agents are used in the kitchen.
Travel - May require floating to other DYS facilities to help with coverage, travel to meetings and training.
Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the DYS Pre-service Training Academy, Field Training Program (FTO) and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.
Post-hire an annual influenza vaccine is required unless an employee obtains a medical or religious beliefs exception.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant’s prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rule

Supplemental Information

How to Apply

The Assessment Process

For additional recruiting questions, please contact david.eldridge@state.co.us

About Us

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference; consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to http://www.tgslc.org/borrowers/public-service/

Our Values:

We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.

Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

ADAAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.

Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact by phone 1-800-929 0791 or email ADA Coordinator at cdhs_ada@state.co.us at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

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