DSHS BHHA Cook (On-Call)

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Grand Mound (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team at a behavioral health treatment campus. This role involves preparing high-quality meals and ensuring dietary needs are met for residents in a supportive environment. As part of a collaborative food service team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals undergoing treatment, while also enjoying flexible scheduling and potential for supplemental income. If you are passionate about culinary arts and community service, this position offers a rewarding experience in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

On-call Shifts

Supplemental Income Opportunities

Evening Shift Differential

Qualifications

• Assist in food service operations and prepare meals for patients.
• Participate in cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas.
• Manage storage and usage of leftover ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor.
• Ensure all diets are correctly and safely prepared.
• Provide customer service in a behavioral health setting.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Large-scale Food Preparation

Customer Service

Menu Planning

Sanitation Practices

Education

Valid County Issued Food Handler’s Permit

Two years of cooking experience

Completion of course in large-scale cooking

Job description

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Description

Join our team as a

Description

Join our team as a Cook 2 at our newest behavioral health treatment campus at Maple Lane in Grand Mound, near Centralia, WA. We're hiring for on-call vacancies.

Behavioral Health Treatment Center Maple Lane offers innovative treatment for residents who are civilly committed, in need of competency restoration, or adjudicated not guilty by reason of mental diagnosis. Each residential unit helps shape the future of behavioral health, aligning with Washington State’s vision of community-based care. Treating residents in smaller facilities helps them stay closer to home, family, and support systems, fostering stronger community connections.

You'll create high-quality meals in large-scale food preparation kitchen. Put your culinary leadership talent to good use as part of our food service team. Maple Lane is a key business unit of DSHS's Behavioral Health & Habilitation Administration, where our dedicated staff offers residents enriching opportunities and experiences outside the hospital setting, preparing them for a smooth transition back into the community. This is a great opportunity to be a team member with our administration as we modernize and enhance behavioral health treatment in Washington State.

Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. Evening shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate. When scheduled for on-call, you usually know your schedule a month in advance. Some of our on-call employees choose to work weekend hours, while others may be scheduled for up to full-time hours during their on-call weeks.

Additionally, On-call Shifts

• Can give you a great foot-in-the-door to state employment.
• Provide the ability to earn supplemental income.
• Allow you the flexibility in your schedule for work-life balance.
  
  

Some Of What You Will Do

• Work under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor 2.
• Assist in food service operations as designated by the supervisor and manager.
• Prepare and cook food for patients.
• Ensure all diets are correctly and safely prepared.
• Assist in planning menus and maintaining food inventories.
• Participate in cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas.
• Manage the storage and usage of leftover ingredients and products.
• Provide customer service in a behavioral health setting.
  
  

Who Should Apply Customer Service Professionals Who Maintain a Valid County Issued Food Handler’s Permit Within 15 Days Of Employment, Along With

• Two years of cooking experience in large-scale food services or culinary operation.
• Completion of course in large-scale cooking may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Or, one year as a Cook 1 in State service.
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Understanding of kitchen operations, standard kitchen appliances, and sanitation practices.
• Leadership and versatility in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Why Join Us? We partner with people to access support, care, and resources. DSHS employees make a difference in WA State every day by supporting sustainable recovery, independence, and wellness.

Interested or have questions? Please contact Jill Ranft at [e-mail] and reference project number 03203.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at [phone]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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