Per Diem Assistant Chef REGIONS Site Secure Program

Community Partners in Action • Hamden, CT

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Community Partners in Action is hiring a Per Diem Assistant Chef for its REGIONS Site Secure Residential Treatment Program for Male Youth in Hamden, Connecticut. The program serves up to 16 male youth in a secure residential setting and provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive, gender-specific, linguistically appropriate, strengths-based, and relationship-driven care. Its treatment approach is individualized and aims to improve youth’s social, physical, and emotional well-being, develop coping skills and positive relationships, and support successful community re-entry.

The Assistant Chef assists with planning and preparing approximately 200 healthy, home-like meals daily, supports food ordering and inventory as requested, and follows dietary guidelines set by a licensed dietician. The role also includes maintaining sanitation and fire-safety standards, providing vocational instruction to youth, following program procedures, and maintaining professional boundaries while modeling pro-social behavior.

This is a per diem position in Hamden, CT. The schedule may include all shifts, weekends, and holidays, with a commitment of at least 24 hours per month. The stated pay is $24.38 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting.
• Clear understanding of Connecticut food-service regulations and experience meeting Department of Health regulations.
• Certified Qualified Food Operator or able to qualify.
• Ability to instruct all staff in food preparation.
• Capacity to provide vocational training to program youth.
• Ability to interact with multicultural populations.
• Decision-making, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Adaptability, flexibility, resourcefulness, and emotional intelligence.
• Must share the belief that people can change and that individuals in need deserve quality services and an opportunity to succeed.
• Must have and maintain a valid Connecticut driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
• Lived experience; individuals with lived experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef in planning and preparing approximately 200 healthy, home-like meals daily.
• Assist with inventory and preparing food orders as requested.
• Follow dietary guidelines determined by a licensed dietician.
• Maintain sanitation in accordance with agency specifications and Health Department requirements.
• Monitor fire-safety standards in accordance with local and state law.
• Provide vocational training to youth on food service and safe food-handling procedures.
• Comply with all program policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain professional boundaries with staff and youth.
• Model pro-social behavior for youth and staff.
• Participate in all required training.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Potential eligibility to participate in the 401(k) plan after 60 days of employment, depending on hours worked in the plan year.
• Sick leave earned based on hours worked.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Supportive workplace focused on employee health, wellness, and meaningful work.
• The agency describes comprehensive benefits and generous paid time off; eligibility varies by work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED