Lead Cook - Homestead

Heritage Schools•Payson, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Spark Homestead, a residential treatment program in Payson, Utah, supports neurodiverse teenage girls in grades 9–12 with treatment and year-round schooling. The Lead Cook prepares healthy meals for students and staff and helps create a warm, welcoming kitchen and dining environment. The role works with staff and students in a supportive setting and contributes to students’ well-being through meals and positive interactions. This is a full-time position with either a Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. schedule or a Monday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule. The cook prepares meals independently for groups of 15–30 people, accommodates dietary instructions, manages food purchasing and the food budget, and maintains kitchen cleanliness, food safety, storage, and inventory. The position also provides meals for quarterly workshops serving approximately 35–45 people.

Requirements

At least 20 years of age.
Minimum of two years of cooking experience.
Ability to cook from scratch and prepare three meals per day.
Ability to independently prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for 15–25 people.
Ability to work 8–10-hour shifts and prepare meals for groups of up to 30 people.
Experience cooking from scratch and following recipes.
Ability to accommodate special diets and dietary instructions.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and kitchen organization.
Ability to work collaboratively with staff and engage positively with students.
Reliable transportation to and from Payson in all weather conditions.
Valid driver's license.
Proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing English.
Successful completion of onboarding requirements, including a background check that may verify employment history, education, and criminal records.

Responsibilities

Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for students and staff.
Prepare meals independently for groups of 15–30 people.
Follow recipes and accommodate special diets as directed by the medical team and nutritionist.
Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming kitchen and dining area.
Collaborate with students and the weekend cook on menu planning.
Manage food purchasing, grocery shopping, and the food budget.
Ensure proper food storage and inventory rotation to minimize waste.
Provide meals for quarterly workshops serving approximately 35–45 people.
Decorate the kitchen for holidays and birthdays to create a warm, welcoming environment.
Foster positive interactions with students and contribute to a healthy, supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, with potential pay increases three times per year.
Comprehensive insurance package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) option with generous employer matching contributions.
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) retirement savings plan after one year of continuous employment, with employer matching contributions.
Eight paid holidays per year, in addition to leave benefits.
Paid time off (PTO) and volunteer time off (VTO), accruing from the first day of employment.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Sundance Resort corporate passes.
Provo Recreation Center discounts.
Opportunity to work with a thriving and growing nonprofit organization.