Culinary Wellness Manager/Chef

Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe; Sequim (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe seeks a Culinary Wellness Manager/Chef in Sequim, WA, to lead food service operations in a 16-bed residential treatment program. The ideal candidate will plan menus, ensure dietary needs are met, and maintain high food safety standards while fostering a respectful dining environment.

Preferred qualifications include a degree in culinary arts or related fields and experience with Tribal communities. Excellent benefits are offered along with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of food service, culinary operations, or kitchen management experience.
• Valid Food Handler's Card or equivalent certification.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen operations within the treatment facility.
• Plan menus and ensure meals meet nutritional standards.
• Coordinate vendor relationships and manage inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Inventory management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's degree in culinary arts or related field

Job description

The Jamestown Salish Seasons Evaluation & Treatment Facility is seeking a Culinary Wellness Manager/Chef to lead all food service operations within our 16-bed residential treatment program. This is a unique, mission-driven opportunity for someone passionate about food, nutrition, and the powerful role they play in healing and recovery. In a low-volume, high-impact setting, you will help shape a wellness-focused kitchen where every meal supports recovery, dignity, and cultural respect. Excellent benefits are included, along with the chance to lead a program grounded in the philosophy that food is medicine and medicine is food.

Position Overview

This leader is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the facility's dietary program, including daily preparation of three meals and two snacks for residents. The Culinary Wellness Manager/Chef develops menus, oversees meal planning, and ensures all dietary needs and restrictions are met while maintaining consistency, quality, and safety. The role supports a healing environment through fresh ingredients, balanced nutrition, and respectful dining practices aligned with the mission and values of the Jamestown S\'Klallam Tribe and Jamestown HealthCARE.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen and food service operations within the residential treatment facility
• Develop and maintain a dietary program centered on nutrition, wellness, and recovery
• Plan menus and ensure meals meet nutritional standards and individual dietary needs
• Oversee preparation of three meals and two snacks daily with consistency and quality standards
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Maintain proper food storage, handling, and kitchen cleanliness standards
• Manage kitchen budget, food purchasing, and cost control
• Coordinate vendor relationships and manage inventory
• Supervise, train, schedule, and support kitchen staff
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, cross-training, and performance management
• Collaborate with clinical and program staff on resident dietary needs
• Promote nutrition education and wellness-focused eating practices
• Foster a respectful, culturally responsive dining environment
• Support overall kitchen operations and assist as needed

Schedule & Hiring Timeline

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• 4x10 schedule
• Must be flexible to provide cook coverage as needed
• Interviews begin June 2026
• Expected start date: early July 2026

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Food Handler's Card or equivalent certification
• 5+ years of food service, culinary operations, or kitchen management experience
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
• Experience with inventory management, procurement, and cost control
• Ability to manage food service in a residential, healthcare, or institutional setting
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and culturally respectful practices
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and ability to work independently
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel locally and regionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor\'s degree in culinary arts, nutrition, hospitality management, or related field
• Experience supporting nutrition-focused meal programs in healthcare or residential settings
• Registered Dietitian credential
• Experience working with Tribal communities strongly preferred