Recovery Kitchen Cook — Therapeutic Diet Focus

The Emily Program; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Emily Program in Seattle, WA is seeking a Cook to support eating disorder recovery by preparing and serving meals aligned with standardized menus and nutrition orders. The role collaborates with culinary and nutrition teams to ensure safe, therapeutic meals.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a compensation range of $24.00 - $28.00 per hour. Final pay will reflect qualifications and experience. Benefits and environment emphasize recovery-focused care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year of cooking experience in a medium-volume kitchen.
• Able to read and interpret dietary instructions.
• 1 year of healthcare culinary service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food/beverages according to standardized menus, recipes, portions, and nutrition orders.
• Ensure culinary practices and prepared food/beverages comply with regulations (i.e., food code, HIPPA), internal policies, and nutrition orders (e.g., standardized menu/recipes, therapeutic diets).
• Collaborate with the culinary and nutrition team to ensure consistency, accuracy, safety, and adherence to nutrition orders.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in culinary and dining areas, addressing issues promptly.
• Ensure punctuality and attendance for shifts, prioritizing client care and efficient time management.
• Provide coverage for other culinary roles when needed.
• Maintain professional boundaries with clients and their communities of support (e.g., parents, partners).
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving, and labeling, as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Read dietary instructions

Healthcare culinary service

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Emily Program in Seattle, WA is seeking a Cook to support eating disorder recovery by preparing and serving meals aligned with standardized menus and nutrition orders. The role collaborates with culinary and nutrition teams to ensure safe, therapeutic meals.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a compensation range of $24.00 - $28.00 per hour. Final pay will reflect qualifications and experience. Benefits and environment emphasize recovery-focused care.