Cook

Boca Recovery Center; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education & Professional 17

Job summary

Boca Recovery Center is seeking a Cook for our Galloway, NJ residential program. The role focuses on safe preparation and distribution of nutritious meals, adhering to dietary needs under healthcare supervision.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, plus culinary training. Expect 2+ years in healthcare or high-volume kitchens, ServSafe, and CPR preferred with 6-months to obtain. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to recovery and wellness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; culinary training a plus.
• Minimum 2 years in culinary or food service, healthcare or high-volume settings preferred.
• ServSafe Certification or equivalent; CPR certification preferred and to be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals that meet health, safety, and dietary guidelines.
• Accommodate special diets (diabetic, vegetarian, allergy-sensitive).
• Maintain high food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Ensure proper food storage, inventory rotation, and timely ordering of perishables and dry goods.
• Monitor kitchen hygiene and sanitation per state regulations.
• Collaborate with clinical and operations teams to support client needs.
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients and staff.
• Maintain kitchen, dining, and storage areas clean; assist with dishwashing as needed.
• Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.
• Manage occasional special meals or event catering.
• Demonstrate safe lifting techniques; handle up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Culinary experience

Healthcare kitchen

Food safety

Dietary accommodations

Sanitation standards

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary training

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Cook

Department: Operations / Food Services
Reports to: Director of Operations
Location: Galloway NJ

Job Type: Full-Time

About Boca Recovery Center

Founded in 2016, Boca Recovery Center is a nationally recognized addiction treatment provider specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. With locations in Florida, New Jersey, Indiana, and Massachusetts; we deliver evidence-based clinical care in a supportive, structured environment. Our team is committed to providing trauma-informed, client-centered services that promote lasting recovery.

Position Summary

The Cook is responsible for the safe preparation and distribution of high-quality, nutritious meals in a residential treatment setting. This position ensures compliance with food safety regulations and dietary needs of clients under healthcare supervision. The Cook plays a vital role in supporting client health and wellness through meal service and kitchen management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals that meet health, safety, and dietary guidelines for adult clients.
• Accommodate special diets, including diabetic, vegetarian, and allergy-sensitive meals.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Ensure proper food storage, inventory rotation, and timely ordering of perishables and dry goods.
• Monitor kitchen hygiene and enforce sanitation standards in compliance with state regulations.
• Inspect food and supplies upon receipt and before use to ensure quality and freshness.
• Work collaboratively with the clinical and operations teams to support client needs.
• Provide exceptional customer service in all client and staff interactions.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining, and storage areas, including dishwashing responsibilities as needed.
• Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.
• Manage occasional special meals or event catering needs for the facility.
• Demonstrate safe lifting techniques and handle up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Perform additional culinary duties or facility-related tasks as directed by leadership.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Culinary training or related education is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years in a culinary or food service role, preferably in healthcare, institutional, or high-volume kitchen settings.

Licensure & Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license, required.
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification or equivalent (must be obtained within 6 months of hire).
• CPR Certification preferred; required within 6 months of hire.

Other Qualifications:

• Thorough understanding of food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and dietary plans under clinical guidance.
• Professional, respectful, and team-oriented demeanor.
• Ability to work independently and respond calmly to high-stress situations.

Boca Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing Education & Professional Development Opportunities

Join Boca Recovery Center and make a meaningful impact through expert, compassionate care in a mission-driven environment focused on recovery and wellness.