Therapeutic Kitchen Leader — Recovery Meals

The Emily Program; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA

Vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Company-paid life insurance

Company 401(k) matching up to 50%

Job summary

The Emily Program is seeking a Culinary Lead to guide a clinical kitchen, ensuring high‑quality, nutritious meals aligned with therapeutic care. You will lead a culinary team, maintain cycle menus, and partner with dietitians to meet dietary needs in a healing environment.

You will support operations, train staff, and ensure safe, compliant kitchen practices while coordinating with multiple sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in culinary arts, culinary management, or combination of education/experience.
• 3–5 years of cooking in a medium volume kitchen.
• Healthcare, hospital or mental health setting preferred.
• Catering experience preferred.
• 1–2 years in culinary leadership/management preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple sites required.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team and manage kitchen operations in a therapeutic setting.
• Ensure adherence to the cycle menu and standardized recipes with accurate portions.
• Collaborate with Culinary Manager and Dietetic Technician to meet dietary needs.
• Oversee food production and service in the Culinary Manager's absence.
• Represent culinary staff in communications with clients, vendors and stakeholders.
• Maintain professional boundaries and HIPAA compliance in all activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate degree in culinary arts or culinary management

Tools

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

The Emily Program is seeking a Culinary Lead to guide a clinical kitchen, ensuring high‑quality, nutritious meals aligned with therapeutic care. You will lead a culinary team, maintain cycle menus, and partner with dietitians to meet dietary needs in a healing environment.

You will support operations, train staff, and ensure safe, compliant kitchen practices while coordinating with multiple sites as needed.