Residential Cook (3169)

COMMUNITY HOUSE MENTAL HEALTH AGENCY•Seattle, WA

37d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Here at Community House Mental Health Agency, we strive to provide a supportive family atmosphere in Seattle and King County for people with severe and persistent mental illness. Each person who walks through our door has a unique story, and we believe that everyone deserves to feel welcomed and valued. Here at CHMHA we have a fantastic opportunity available for a Cook. Our Cook will work to prepare and coordinate all food services for a 24-hour adult residential treatment facility. They will work closely with a certified dietician to plan nutritious, well-balanced meals in accordance with the WAC Assisted Living Guidelines. At Community House, we value a strong work-life balance and aim to provide the best support for our workers. As a CHMHA employee, you will have access to a range of unique benefits, such as company-paid medical/dental/vision/disability insurance, a 403B retirement plan with employer match, continuing education credit, a personal unlimited ORCA card, and an employee assistance program with financial, mental, and legal assistance. SCHEDULE Saturday-Monday, 9:00am-7:00pm (Part-Time, 20 hours/week)

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Current CPR/First Aid certification
Current Food Handlers card
Ability to work non-traditional schedule as required by the residential facility including holidays as assigned
Have legible handwriting
Ability to do simple mathematics
Ability to read and comprehend agency policy and procedures
Valid drivers license and clean driving record to use agency vehicles

Responsibilities

Plan nutritious, well balanced meals per WAC 246-316-170 and in consultation with a certified dietician
Maintain all health practices and sanitation guidelines per agency kitchen standards
Maintain a sanitary and organized kitchen including routine cleaning of appliances and equipment
Post weekly menu plan for residents and file all menus for a minimum of 6 months
Arrange for food pick-up at the donation sites
Order food supplies on weekly basis
Ensure menu supplies and preparation directions for other staff who cook
Keep agency kitchen checklist per facility guidelines
Encourage resident help in kitchen operations including meal preparation, clean-up, and dishwashing as part of agency life skills training
Maintain records in keeping with agency guidelines
Attend scheduled staff meetings, community meetings, and trainings/conferences when on duty and as assigned
Review daily log and documents after each shift and communicate other staff members of any emergency situations
Provide immediate crisis intervention and resolution as needed
Other duties as assigned