Recovery Kitchen Cook — Full-Time, Supportive Role

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment & Recovery Centers; Town of Massena (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment and Recovery Centers is seeking a full-time Cook to support residents at our Recovery Campus in Massena, NY and at North Country Freedom Home in Canton, NY.

The role involves food service, meal preparation, and helping residents adjust to the residence routine while promoting recovery. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, at least two years of relevant experience, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• CPR certification.
• Must safeguard confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Executes high-quality food preparation to meet menu standards.
• Ensures compliance with safety and cleanliness regulations.
• Monitors inventory, reports discrepancies, and tracks usage trends.
• Prepares nutritious and appealing meals as directed.
• Maintains overall cleanliness of the kitchen, coolers, storerooms, and dining areas.
• Organizes coolers and storerooms in preparation for incoming deliveries.
• Plans, prepares, and packs meals for scheduled day trips.
• Assists on-duty cooks with meal preparation and special events as needed.
• Reports any resident concerns to the Food Services Director or appropriate clinical staff.
• Oversees the setup, breakdown, and execution of dietary services for training sessions.
• Communicates effectively with staff and residents.
• Provides guidance to assigned residents on performing their duties correctly.
• Orients new residents to the facility, local area, and available community resources.
• Supports residents in their personal growth and sobriety while assisting with milieu management.
• Takes appropriate action to ensure the safety and well-being of residents and the facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food service

Confidentiality

Professional education

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

CPR certification

Job description

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment and Recovery Centers is seeking a full-time Cook to support residents at our Recovery Campus in Massena, NY and at North Country Freedom Home in Canton, NY.

The role involves food service, meal preparation, and helping residents adjust to the residence routine while promoting recovery. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, at least two years of relevant experience, and CPR certification.