Residential Cook

Stars Behavioral Health Group•Merced, CA

2d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare. This role is for the Merced Crisis Residential Unit, a 24/7 inpatient voluntary program with a 16-bed facility for adults (ages 18-59) offering rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services, medication evaluation and support services.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid California Driver’s License required and eligibility to meet agency driving criteria required.
May be required to operate a company vehicle to transport clients.

Nice To Haves

1 year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred.
Knowledge of and experience preparing therapeutic diets, preferred.
6 months housekeeping experience in a hospital, hotel, motel or similar work environment.

Responsibilities

Ability to follow menus and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
Ability to find appropriate alternatives for clients who have reported allergies, special diets, limitations, and/or are refusing foods.
Meals are served at correct times and temperatures.
Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
Ensure that safety regulations and precautions are followed at all times by all personnel and clients.
Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and sanitary manner.
Maintains logs assigned to household coach, such as restroom cleaning log, food temperature logs, appliance temperature logs, and other logs as assigned.
Maintain and submits a daily checklist to be reviewed by direct supervisor.
Clean and disinfect kitchen and dining area according to current infection control practices.
Empties waste receptacles; cleans solid waste containers.
Moves and arranges furniture as needed for cleaning or presentation purposes.
Conducts and assists both large and small activity groups.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Generous Time Off
Ample vacation and holiday pay
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle
Professional Growth Opportunities
On-the-job training
Access to paid CEU opportunities
Career development programs
Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable)
Employee Recognition & Rewards