Nu Way

Lead Cook ($21.00hr) - Full-time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.00
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Work Schedule

Split Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
competitive pay
Generous company match

Job Description

NUWAY Alliance is a respected nonprofit organization established in 2019 dedicated to providing leadership, innovation, and accessible recovery services in response to evolving national and local behavioral healthcare trends. As an umbrella organization, NUWAY Alliance oversees several specialized programs including NUWAY House, Cochran Recovery Services, The Gables, Arrigoni Housing Support, and NUWAY Recovery Foundation. The organization's mission centers on enhancing recovery options and offering comprehensive support to individuals facing behavioral health challenges, positioning NUWAY Alliance as a leader and innovator in the field of behavioral healthcare. NUWAY Alliance is known for offering competitive salary packages and best-in-class benefits, including company-paid... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Able to pass Minnesota DHS background study
  • Physical demands include daily use of computer, phone, and kitchen equipment
  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods
  • Lifting requirements not more than 50lbs unassisted
  • Frequent reaching, bending, and stooping
  • Ability to navigate program or office environment such as ascending and descending steps and passing through doorways
  • Maintain client confidentiality according to HIPAA and state guidelines

Job Qualifications

  • Age 18 or older
  • Broad cooking skills in a variety of venues with regard to nutritional meal preparation
  • Working knowledge of kitchen operating procedures including food handling and cleanliness
  • Proficiently understand, follow instructions, and communicate effectively in English
  • Ability to effectively document services in writing formatted in English
  • Minimum of High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • 2 years related experience preparing food in a scratch kitchen preferred
  • Previous experience in an addiction treatment residential facility preferred
  • Safe Serv Certification preferred
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work on a team preferred
  • Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds preferred
  • Minnesota Driver’s License without restrictions preferred

Job Duties

  • Prepare nutritious meals incorporating special dietary needs for clients
  • Prepare pre-packaged snacks for outpatient treatment programs
  • Maintain appropriate health standards for food preparation and kitchen cleanliness
  • Maintain a professional and friendly relationship with clients in residential and outpatient programs
  • Work split shift hours as required
  • Ensure client confidentiality in accordance with state guidelines and HIPAA requirements
  • Follow Safe Serv food handling practices

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location