Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.25 - $32.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
meal discounts
Job Description
Paradigm Treatment Centers and Ridge RTC are recognized leaders in providing residential treatment for individuals seeking recovery and rehabilitation services. These facilities focus on delivering comprehensive care through integrated therapeutic, clinical, and support services tailored to enhance the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of clients. Paradigm Treatment Centers and Ridge RTC operate within a structured healthcare environment that emphasizes safety, respect, and individualized care plans to support recovery journeys. The centers are committed to creating environments where clients feel supported and nourished throughout their treatment process, with nutrition playing a fundamental role in the holistic approach to health and recovery.
The role of Chef at Paradigm Treatment Centers and Ridge RTC is instrumental in advancing the centers' mission by preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals that contribute to the clients' overall health and emotional well-being. This position requires a dependable and skilled culinary professional who understands the connection between thoughtful meal planning and the recovery process. The Chef is responsible for planning and preparing daily meals that meet diverse dietary requirements, including allergies, medical conditions, and cultural preferences, ensuring that every meal supports the physical needs of clients and staff alike.
Working in close collaboration with clinical and operations teams, the Chef plays a vital role in fostering a supportive and therapeutic environment. As food can significantly impact mood, energy levels, and healing, the Chef must maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and infection control while managing kitchen operations effectively. Beyond the daily meal preparation tasks, the Chef is also expected to be adaptable, assisting with special events, holidays, and therapeutic programming, all while maintaining professionalism and appropriate boundaries with clients.
This is a unique opportunity for culinary professionals to apply their skills in a meaningful way within a behavioral health setting. Experience in healthcare or residential treatment environments is highly valued, as is the ability to handle food for larger groups while ensuring quality and consistency. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, reliability, and a calm demeanor necessary to thrive in a healthcare environment that prioritizes the well-being and recovery of its clients. This role is not only about cooking but also about contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to client-centered care. Employment type and salary details can be provided upon application, reflecting the commitment to attracting qualified and passionate culinary professionals to this vital role.
The role of Chef at Paradigm Treatment Centers and Ridge RTC is instrumental in advancing the centers' mission by preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals that contribute to the clients' overall health and emotional well-being. This position requires a dependable and skilled culinary professional who understands the connection between thoughtful meal planning and the recovery process. The Chef is responsible for planning and preparing daily meals that meet diverse dietary requirements, including allergies, medical conditions, and cultural preferences, ensuring that every meal supports the physical needs of clients and staff alike.
Working in close collaboration with clinical and operations teams, the Chef plays a vital role in fostering a supportive and therapeutic environment. As food can significantly impact mood, energy levels, and healing, the Chef must maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and infection control while managing kitchen operations effectively. Beyond the daily meal preparation tasks, the Chef is also expected to be adaptable, assisting with special events, holidays, and therapeutic programming, all while maintaining professionalism and appropriate boundaries with clients.
This is a unique opportunity for culinary professionals to apply their skills in a meaningful way within a behavioral health setting. Experience in healthcare or residential treatment environments is highly valued, as is the ability to handle food for larger groups while ensuring quality and consistency. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, reliability, and a calm demeanor necessary to thrive in a healthcare environment that prioritizes the well-being and recovery of its clients. This role is not only about cooking but also about contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to client-centered care. Employment type and salary details can be provided upon application, reflecting the commitment to attracting qualified and passionate culinary professionals to this vital role.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience as a chef or cook in a residential healthcare hospitality or institutional setting preferred
- Food handler certification required or willingness to obtain
- Ability to accommodate dietary restrictions including allergies vegetarian vegan and medical diets
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Reliable punctual and able to work independently
- Comfortable working in a behavioral health or residential treatment environment
Job Qualifications
- Prior experience as a chef or cook in a residential healthcare hospitality or institutional setting preferred
- Knowledge of food safety standards and proper kitchen sanitation practices
- Ability to prepare meals for larger groups while maintaining quality and consistency
- Experience accommodating dietary restrictions such as allergies vegetarian vegan medical diets
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Reliable punctual and able to work independently
- Comfortable working in a behavioral health or residential treatment environment
- Food handler certification required or willingness to obtain
Job Duties
- Plan and prepare daily meals for residential clients and staff ensuring consistency quality and nutritional balance
- Develop menus that accommodate dietary needs allergies and medical or cultural restrictions
- Maintain a clean organized and sanitary kitchen in compliance with health and safety regulations
- Order receive and properly store food and kitchen supplies
- Monitor food inventory and manage costs to stay within budget guidelines
- Collaborate with clinical and operations teams to support client needs and program schedules
- Follow all food safety sanitation and infection control protocols
- Maintain professionalism and appropriate boundaries while interacting with clients
- Assist with special events holidays or therapeutic programming as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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