Per Diem Culinary Assistant – Behavioral Health Kitchen

Pasadena Villa; Locust Grove (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Company Match

Generous Team Member Referral Program

Company Supported Continuing Education

100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-B

Job summary

Pasadena Villa- The Grove in Locust Grove, VA is seeking an entry-level Culinary Assistant to prepare and serve meals for clients in a residential behavioral health setting. The per diem role focuses on meeting dietary needs and following safety standards.

You will work with a collaborative team, follow menus, ensure accurate labeling, and maintain clean, safe kitchen and storage areas. A high school diploma and ServSafe certification are required, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent combination of education experience; trade or vocational school training preferred.
• One (1) or more years of previous experience in a culinary setting preferred.
• ServSafe certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensures clients’ dietary needs are met, to include accommodations for allergies and specialized meal plans.
• Follows all food safety, food storage, health safety, food service and sanitation standards.
• Prepares and serves healthy and flavorful meals to clients in a timely manner.
• Maintains proper sanitation and safety practices for storage, preparation and serving.
• Follows published menus and completes substitution schedule when necessary.
• Follows the cleaning schedule as posted.
• Collaborates with team members for menu changes to accommodate client needs and special diets.
• Ensures inventory is well stocked and equipment is in good working order.
• Assists with controlling food costs by following proper storage procedures, standardizing recipes, and minimizing waste.
• Prepares extra meals for visitors and/or staff, as needed.
• Identifies and reports the presence of unhealthy/unsafe conditions in the work area.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Safety standards

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certification

Job description

Pasadena Villa- The Grove in Locust Grove, VA is seeking an entry-level Culinary Assistant to prepare and serve meals for clients in a residential behavioral health setting. The per diem role focuses on meeting dietary needs and following safety standards.

You will work with a collaborative team, follow menus, ensure accurate labeling, and maintain clean, safe kitchen and storage areas. A high school diploma and ServSafe certification are required, with opportunities for professional development.