Kitchen Cook/DC PM

Adult & Teen Challenge; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO holidays

Campus housing option

Job summary

A faith-based organization seeks a Kitchen/Direct Care staff member in Montgomery, Alabama. The role involves preparing healthy meals for students, maintaining kitchen cleanliness according to state standards, and supervising residents during various activities. Applicants must have a High School diploma or GED and preferably a state-approved Food Handler’s License. The position offers medical benefits, PTO holidays, and the option for campus housing.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Maintain a state-approved Food Handler’s License preferred.
• Responsible to the Program Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for the students and maintain a clean kitchen.
• Order supplies for the kitchen and maintain an adequate inventory.
• Supervise, mentor, and interact with residents during activities.

Skills

Food Handling

Supervision

Menu Planning

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Motngomery, United States | Posted on 04/17/2026

• Client Name Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas
• Industry Faith Based Residential Recovery
• Salary hourly
• City Motngomery
• State/Province Texas
• Country United States

Job Description

The Kitchen/Direct Care provides healthy meals for TGA students and live-in staff as well as maintains a safe, clean kitchen, in compliance with all applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Maintain a state approved Food Handler’s License Preferred Qualifications
• The Kitchen/DC is responsible to the Program Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Work with other departments to comply with all Texas DFPS regulations or COGNIA
• Participate in campus events and chapels as required
• Prepare meals for the students
• Maintain a clean kitchen which is at or above all standards set by the state
• Order supplies for the kitchen and maintain an adequate inventory
• Create healthy menus appropriate for students, including those with dietary issues
• Serve the food

DirectCare:

• Supervision (following staff check off list responsibilities), mentoring, and interacting with residents during various activities, which may include but is not limited to online school, TC Curriculum, work periods, free time, and recreational activities
• Administer discipline as necessary according to THRIVE policies
• Minister to students as opportunity arises and/or during scheduled sessions
• Become a mentor to students
• All other duties as assigned by Director or Program Manager

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Maintain a state approved Food Handler’s License Preferred Qualifications
• The Kitchen/DC is responsible to the Program Coordinator.

Medical, PTO holidays, option: campus housing