Healthcare Kitchen Chef: Nutritious Meals & Safety

Integrated Behavioral Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chef at Integrated Behavioral Health is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals in a behavioral health treatment setting, supporting a safe, structured environment for patients and staff.

This role ensures compliance with California health regulations, dietary guidelines, and facility policies, while collaborating with clinical staff to address dietary needs and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary training or certification preferred.
• Current Food Handler Card required.
• Minimum one year in food prep or institutional cooking.
• Healthcare or behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks per approved menus.
• Ensure meals accommodate prescribed diets and allergies.
• Maintain clean, sanitary kitchen, dining, and storage areas.
• Follow all safety, labeling, and sanitation procedures.
• Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and report low items.
• Collaborate with clinical staff on dietary needs.

Skills

Food safety

Nutrition knowledge

Menu planning

Sanitation

Inventory management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Culinary training/certification

Food Handler Card

Job description

The Chef at Integrated Behavioral Health is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals in a behavioral health treatment setting, supporting a safe, structured environment for patients and staff.

This role ensures compliance with California health regulations, dietary guidelines, and facility policies, while collaborating with clinical staff to address dietary needs and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.