Cook/Kitchen Manager (Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker)- Birch Tree Center

Thrive Behavioral Network•Duluth, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for preparing food for guests in a mental health crisis center. Guests may not exceed 16 per day. This position will ensure the program is meeting dietary needs according to all Federal and State Guidelines, Rules, Regulations, policies, and procedures and within monthly Budget allocated amount. This position will be responsible for all meal planning and preparation at one MDH licensed program.

Requirements

Must maintain a current Kitchen Manager Certificate.
Be able to stand the majority of the day.
Must be physically able to reach, stoop, bend, lift, carry and manipulate various food products.
Must be able to lift and/or carry 50 to 75 pounds.
Withstand exposure to temperature and humidity changes, working at ovens and steamer and dish/utensil sanitizer.
The ability to work independently.
The ability to recognize individual and system problems and to communicate such information to the supervisor.
Excellent time management skills.
Strong organizational skills.
High School Graduate.
Must be able to obtain within 3 months and maintain a current Kitchen Manager Certificate through Minnesota Department of Health.
Possess 3 – 5 years’ experience in food service.
Must have a sincere desire to work with and promote the delivery of culturally competent services to individuals with mental health concerns.

Nice To Haves

Qualifies as a Mental Health Practitioner 245I.04 Subdivision 4(a-d) or Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker as identified in 245I.04 Subdivision 14(a-b).

Responsibilities

Preparing food for guests in a mental health crisis center.
Ensuring the program is meeting dietary needs according to all Federal and State Guidelines, Rules, Regulations, policies, and procedures.
Operating within the monthly budget allocated amount.
Responsible for all meal planning and preparation at one MDH licensed program.