Inpatient Kitchen Cook – Day Shift, Growth & Training

Harboroaks; Indio (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Advanced facilities

Career growth

Job summary

Coachella Valley Behavioral Health in Indio, CA is seeking a part-time Day Shift Cook to join our inpatient facility. The role focuses on preparing meals according to approved menus, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining clean, compliant work areas.

The position offers an hourly rate of $25.00, benefits, and opportunities for professional development. A high school diploma and ServSafe or equivalent certification are preferred, with two years in a food-service role in institutions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in food service role in institutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary education/training

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Coachella Valley Behavioral Health in Indio, CA is seeking a part-time Day Shift Cook to join our inpatient facility. The role focuses on preparing meals according to approved menus, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining clean, compliant work areas.

The position offers an hourly rate of $25.00, benefits, and opportunities for professional development. A high school diploma and ServSafe or equivalent certification are preferred, with two years in a food-service role in institutions