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Chef/Cook

$31 - $33 per hour

Evolve Treatment Centers

Chef (Cook)

Make meals that heal. Evolve Treatment Centers is hiring a Chef (Cook) to prepare meals at 2 of our 6-bed adolescent residential treatment homes in La Mesa, CA. This is more than a culinary job it's a chance to use your passion for food to support teens on their healing journey.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Competitive pay: $31$33/hour

  • Consistent schedule: MondayFriday 10am - 6:30pm, no weekends or late nights

  • Supportive culture: Small team, mission-driven work

  • Beautiful workplace: Residential home setting with a welcoming kitchen

  • Meaningful impact: Every meal supports a teen's recovery and well-being

What You'll Do

  • Grocery shop for the week and create weekly menus to be approved
  • Put together healthy, nutritious, teen-friendly meals for 6 adolescent clients in residential treatment
  • Prepare, plate, and serve morning and afternoon snacks, lunch, and dinner Monday Friday
  • Meal prep for the weekends
  • Meet with clients upon admission to learn about client allergies, food restrictions, or preferences
  • Meet with clients once weekly to review weekly menu
  • Ensure kitchen is in compliance with accreditation, licensing, and program standards
  • Manage a monthly budget for all food and culinary expenses

What We're Looking For

  • Experience as a chef or cook in residential, school, health care, or similar settings

  • ServSafe (or equivalent) certification (or willingness to obtain)

  • Strong organization, time management, and communication skills

  • Ability to stay calm under pressure and work collaboratively

  • Passion for using food to build connection and care

Bonus Points If You Have

  • Experience working with teens or behavioral health settings

  • A desire to combine culinary skills with a greater purpose

Apply Today!

Bring your passion for food and care to a team making a difference. Join us at Evolve and help teens heal one meal at a time.

Evolve Treatment Centers
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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