Culinary Assistant: Tailored Meals & Safe Kitchen

Odyssey Behavioral Group; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Career pathways

Education & certification

Health plans

Dental & vision

EAP support

Critical illness coverage

Life & AD&D insurance

401K match

HSA/FSA/DSA accounts

Referral program

Parental leave

Job summary

Pasadena Villa Great Lakes in Battle Creek, MI is seeking an entry-level Culinary Assistant to prepare and serve meals that meet dietary needs and safety standards. The role supports a residential behavioral health facility and works as part of a clinical team dedicated to high-quality care.

The Culinary Assistant will follow menus, assist with meal substitutions, and help maintain clean, safe foodservice areas.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; trade or vocational training preferred.
• One or more years of experience in a culinary setting preferred.
• ServSafe certification required or obtainable upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensures clients’ dietary needs are met, including accommodations for allergies and specialized meal plans.
• Follows all food safety, storage, health, and sanitation standards.
• Prepares and serves healthy, flavorful meals to clients in a timely manner.
• Maintains sanitation and safety practices for food storage, preparation and serving.
• Labels foods properly and logs safe storage temperatures.

Education

High School diploma

ServSafe certification

Job description

Pasadena Villa Great Lakes in Battle Creek, MI is seeking an entry-level Culinary Assistant to prepare and serve meals that meet dietary needs and safety standards. The role supports a residential behavioral health facility and works as part of a clinical team dedicated to high-quality care.

The Culinary Assistant will follow menus, assist with meal substitutions, and help maintain clean, safe foodservice areas.