Dietary Cook

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Fowler (CA); On-site; USD 23,570 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Professional Growth Opportunities

Employee Recognition & Rewards

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Fowler, CA is hiring a Residential Cook / Housekeeper to work in the Merced Crisis Residential Unit. The role involves cooking large quantities of therapeutic foods, keeping a clean kitchen, and maintaining safety regulations while assisting clients.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, some dietary and housekeeping experience, and must possess a valid California Driver’s License. Enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1 year dietary experience in a relevant medical facility preferred.
• 6 months housekeeping experience in a relevant work environment.
• Valid California Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Follow menus and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets according to planned menus.
• Maintain and submit daily checklists to the supervisor.

Skills

Dietary experience

Knowledge of therapeutic diets

Housekeeping experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change!Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.Job Title:Residential Cook / HousekeeperDivision/Program:Merced Crisis Residential UnitStarting Compensation:17.11 - 20.00 USD Per HourWorking Location:Merced, CAWorking Hours/Shift:On Call, based on applicant's availability (days and shifts available to provide coverage)Why Join Our Team?Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.Comprehensive Benefits Package:Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.Professional Growth Opportunities:On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.Career development programs designed to help you grow.Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedicationWhat you bring to SBHG:High school diploma or equivalent.(1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred. Knowledge of and experience preparing therapeutic diets, preferred.(6) months housekeeping experience in a hospital, hotel, motel or similar work environment.Valid California Driver’s License required and eligibility to meet agency driving criteria requiredMay be required to operate a company vehicle to transport clients.How you will make a difference:Ability to follow menus and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.Ability to find appropriate alternatives for clients who have reported allergies, special diets, limitations, and/or are refusing foodsmeals are served at correct times and temperaturesPrepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.Ensure that safety regulations and precautions are followed at all times by all personnel and clients.Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and sanitary mannerMaintains logs assigned to household coach, such as restroom cleaning log, food temperature logs, appliance temperature logs, and other logs as assigned.Maintain and submits a daily checklist to be reviewed by direct supervisorClean and disinfect kitchen and dining area according to current infection control practicesEmpties waste receptacles; cleans solid waste containers.Moves and arranges furniture as needed for cleaning or presentation purposes.Conducts and assists both large and small activity groupsDivision/Program Overview:24/7 inpatient voluntary program16-bed facility for adults (ages 18-59)Rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation servicesPre-vocational or vocational counselingMedication evaluation and support servicesLearn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/For Additional Information:[e-mail]