We are a high-growth team seeking a dedicated individual to work alongside kitchen management in our production kitchen (located near Old Town Arvada, just 10-15 minutes from downtown Denver). We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and has a keen attention to detail. This individual would primarily be responsible for prepping and cooking our diverse menu items and consistently executing our plant-based sauces as we expand our meal delivery program. In this position, you will act as a leader in our kitchen, following and enforcing our Head Chef's and Sous Chef's requirements and guidelines. Our ideal candidate is a hardworking, creative professional who is willing to participate in executing delicious seasonal menus and meal designs. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and planning of meal programs
• Carefully follow and uphold our high recipe standards
• Ensure that kitchen activities operate in a timely manner.
• Adhere to and implement sanitation regulations and safety regulations.
• Maintain high standards of sanitation and vegetable washing procedures 
• Act with professionalism, respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence and continuous improvement at all times
• Have clear communication with Head Chef and Sous Chef regarding any issues that may arise
• Maintain a positive reputation and relationships with guests, the service industry, our neighborhood, and community.

Desired Skill Set and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Science or relevant field.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar chef role, especially high-volume catering-style businesses – plant-based cooking experience is a plus!
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices.
• Good time management – if you've worked in a high-volume production position in the past (such as catering) and enjoyed the thrill, then this position is for you.
• Teamwork-oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to not only give feedback, but also receive it and self-recognize areas for growth
• Desire to learn more about plant-based cooking and flavor profiling.
• Contagiously positive and friendly with a “can-do” attitude, high energy level and diligent work ethic
• Goal-oriented, accountable and completes tasks on-time
• Open availability on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
• Understanding of nutrition and passion for clean eating also strongly preferred

Baking & Pastry Specialist (Part-Time)

We are a high-growth team seeking a dedicated individual to work 1-2 days per week alongside kitchen management and staff in our production kitchen (located near Old Town Arvada, just 10-15 minutes from downtown Denver). We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and has a keen attention to detail. This individual would primarily be responsible for consistently executing our gluten free breads, cookies, raw pies and other pastries. An ideal candidate would be someone with previous experience in a high-volume catering business or bakery, as you must be able to execute menu items quickly and precisely.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and execution of gluten free breads, cookies, raw pies and other pastries
• Carefully follow and uphold our high recipe standards
• Operate in a timely manner.
• Adhere to sanitation regulations and safety regulations.
• Act with professionalism, respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence and continuous improvement at all times
• Have clear communication with Head Chef and Sous Chef regarding any issues that may arise
• Maintain a positive reputation and relationships with guests, the service industry, our neighborhood, and community.

Desired Skill Set and Qualifications:

• Baking experience in a high-volume catering business or bakery
• Knowledge of gluten free baking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices.
• Good time management
• Ability to not only give feedback, but also receive it and self-recognize areas for growth
• Desire to learn more about plant-based/gluten free baking
• Contagiously positive and friendly with a “can-do” attitude, high energy level and diligent work ethic
• Goal-oriented, accountable and completes tasks on-time
• Understanding of nutrition and passion for clean eating preferred
• Open availability on Sundays from approximately 7am - 3pm (there is also an opportunity to help with plating on Mondays from 8am - 2pm). 

Email Resume (careers@yayeorganics.com)