Recovery Kitchen Cook
About The Position
The Cook supports all food service operations within the Recovery Center by preparing, cooking, catering, and serving nutritious, appealing meals in accordance with established menus, dietary guidelines, food safety standards, and recovery-oriented programming requirements. Working under the direction of the Executive Chef, this position contributes to a therapeutic kitchen environment that supports client wellness, structure, and skill development while maintaining compliance with all facility, local, state, and federal regulations. Cooks also support public and private catering events by preparing and serving food according to established standards, assisting with event setup and breakdown, maintaining food safety and sanitation requirements, and representing the organization professionally during all catering activities.
Requirements
- WA Food Handler’s Certificate required (or ability to obtain within required timeframe).
- Minimum one year of cooking experience in a restaurant or food service setting required.
- Previous cooking or food service experience is a must.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Experience in healthcare, residential, institutional, or recovery-oriented settings is a plus.
- Experience supporting workforce development or training environments is beneficial.
- Knowledge of basic culinary techniques, food safety, and sanitation practices.
- Ability to follow written menus, recipes, and production schedules.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a structured, recovery-oriented environment.
- Dependability, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals in accordance with approved menus, recipes, portion control standards, and dietary requirements.
- Ensure meals meet established food safety, sanitation, and temperature standards prior to service.
- Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal health regulations, including proper food handling and storage procedures.
- Support daily kitchen operations by maintaining clean and sanitary workstations, equipment, storage, and service areas.
- Assist with receiving, labeling, rotating, and storing food and supplies using FIFO practices.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and kitchen team to ensure timely meal production and service.
- Function as a working member of the food service team and actively participate in food production activities.
- Support the integration of trainees into the kitchen production environment by modeling appropriate workplace behavior and food service practices.
- Maintain a positive, respectful, and recovery-oriented kitchen environment.
- Follow all facility safety procedures, emergency protocols, and infection control practices.
- Report equipment issues, safety concerns, and supply needs to the Executive Chef in a timely manner.
- Assist with the preparation, cooking, and packaging of food for public and private catering events under the direction of the Executive Chef.
- Follow standardized recipes, portioning guidelines, and presentation standards to ensure consistency and quality.
- Support event setup, service, and breakdown, including loading, unloading, and proper handling of food and equipment.
- Maintain food safety, sanitation, and temperature control standards during all catering activities.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen staff and trainees to meet production timelines and event requirements.
- Participate in catering-related cleaning, organization, and inventory tasks before and after events.
- Represent the organization professionally during public-facing events.
- Demonstrate flexibility in work schedule, including evenings or weekends, as required for catering operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
