Chef

Salary: $15-$22 hour

Purpose Statement

Rushton Recovery is a behavioral healthcare company dedicated to helping those in need of life-saving treatment for alcoholism or substance abuse addiction. We are committed to providing a safe environment for withdrawal management, evidence-based therapeutic services, and expert care for addiction treatment.

The Cook at Rushton Recovery will be providing food services while in a Behavioral Health, Residential Setting. They will interact directly with our Executive Chef, Facility Staff, and clients.

Job Description: Chef

Reports to: Executive Chef, Chief of Operations

Supervises: n/a

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or have the proper work permit and work authorization documents.
• 2+ years of culinary education
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state and local food handling regulations.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Advanced knowledge of food professional principles and practices.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state and local food handling regulations
• Valid driver’s license
• ServSafe Certification
• CPR certification
• TB risk assessment upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of diverse culinary dishes.
• Advanced culinary skills including food preparation, flavor pairings and other cooking best practice.
• Ability to develop unique recipes.
• Current knowledge of trends in the culinary industry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Time management and organization

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Executive Chef in developing diverse, robust, and healthy food choices for our clients
• Designing new recipes, planning menus, and selecting plate presentations
• Maintaining the kitchen and surrounding areas in conditions that meet the company standards and health-code regulations
• Implementing hygiene policies and examining equipment for cleanliness
• Monitoring inventory and purchasing supplies and food from approved vendors
• Identifying and introducing new culinary techniques.
• Preparing meals and completing prep support as needed.
• Report any health, safety and/or sanitation concerns to your direct supervisor.
• Display tact and friendliness when dealing with clients, staff and guests.
• Assist with evacuation of clients in the case of a fire or other emergency.
• Maintain clear lines of communication.

For more details, please contact – [email protected]

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 35 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off