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Temp Chef

Evolve Treatment CentersWalnut Creek, CA
$32 - $35

About The Position

Make meals that heal. Evolve Treatment Centers is hiring a Temp Chef (Cook) for our 6-bed adolescent residential treatment home in Walnut Creek and Lafayette, CA. This is more than a culinary job — it’s a chance to use your passion for food to support teens on their healing journey. This is a Temp position (through January 2026) Why You’ll Love Working Here Competitive pay: $32–$35/hour Consistent schedule: Monday–Friday, no weekends or late nights Supportive culture: Small team, mission-driven work Beautiful workplace: Residential home setting with a welcoming kitchen Meaningful impact: Every meal supports a teen’s recovery and well-being

Requirements

  • Experience as a chef or cook in residential, school, health care, or similar settings
  • ServSafe (or equivalent) certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Strong organization, time management, and communication skills
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure and work collaboratively
  • Passion for using food to build connection and care

Nice To Haves

  • Experience working with teens or behavioral health settings
  • A desire to combine culinary skills with a greater purpose

Responsibilities

  • Work alongside and report directly to Program Director
  • Grocery shop for the week and create weekly menus to be approved by Program Director
  • Put together healthy, nutritious, teen-friendly meals for 6 adolescent clients in residential treatment
  • Prepare, plate, and serve morning and afternoon snacks, lunch, and dinner Monday – Friday
  • Meal prep for the weekends
  • Meet with clients upon admission to learn about client allergies, food restrictions, or preferences
  • Meet with clients once weekly to review weekly menu
  • Ensure kitchen is in compliance with accreditation, licensing, and program standards
  • Manage a monthly budget for all food and culinary expenses

Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $32–$35/hour
  • Consistent schedule: Monday–Friday, no weekends or late nights
  • Supportive culture: Small team, mission-driven work
  • Beautiful workplace: Residential home setting with a welcoming kitchen
  • Meaningful impact: Every meal supports a teen’s recovery and well-being

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