Culinary Assistant: Healthy Meals & Clean Kitchen Champion

Odyssey Behavioral Group; Mahanoy City (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey Behavioral Group is seeking an Entry Level Culinary Assistant I for Silver Pines Treatment Center in Mahanoy City, PA. Responsibilities include preparing healthy meals, serving clients, and maintaining sanitary kitchen and storage areas.

The role requires a High School diploma/GED, 1+ year food service in human services preferred, and ServeSafe certification is a plus. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work full time in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1+ year food service in human services preferred.
• ServeSafe certification preferred.
• Strong organization, ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing healthy, flavorful menu options
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Monitor and record daily temperature logs for refrigerators and freezers
• Ensure high quality food and beverages are provided in timely manner
• Serve meals and snacks to clients with attention to special needs
• Provide food for clients when scheduled and as requested
• Maintain all kitchen equipment in an orderly and sanitary manner
• Support the proper rotation of food items to prevent spoilage
• Maintain a pleasant and professional demeanor when interacting with clients
• Working knowledge and practice of state and local food safety standards
• Any other duties as assigned or deemed necessary by the Executive Chef

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Leadership

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

ServeSafe certification

Job description

Odyssey Behavioral Group is seeking an Entry Level Culinary Assistant I for Silver Pines Treatment Center in Mahanoy City, PA. Responsibilities include preparing healthy meals, serving clients, and maintaining sanitary kitchen and storage areas.

The role requires a High School diploma/GED, 1+ year food service in human services preferred, and ServeSafe certification is a plus. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work full time in a healthcare setting.