Kitchen Staff - Dietary Cook (Part-Time)

• →Cook in large quantities from scratch recipes
• →Prepare and serve meals according to established menus and portion guidelines
• →Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards at all times
• →Assist with food preparation tasks, including chopping, cooking, baking, and plating
• →Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, storage, and serving areas
• →Properly store food, label items, and monitor temperatures to ensure safety
• →Assist with receiving and stocking food deliveries
• →Accommodate special diets, allergies, and dietary restrictions as directed
• →Operate kitchen equipment safely and report maintenance needs
• →Assist with inventory control and minimize food waste
• →Follow standardized recipes and food production procedures
• →Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• →Support meal service schedules and coordinate with kitchen staff
• →Comply with all local, state, and federal health regulations
• →Demonstrate professionalism and respect in a residential environment
• →Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
• →Respond appropriately to resident needs related to food service

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Nutrition, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in food service operations required
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Must maintain current nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification
• Experience in healthcare, residential treatment, corrections, or institutional food service preferred
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards
• Experience accommodating special diets, food allergies, and nutritional requirements
• Knowledge of local and state health department regulations and inspection processes
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
• Compassionate, professional approach when working in a residential recovery environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to kitchen operations
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and any other facility-required clearance

• Excellent organizational abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Creative and persistent problem solver
• Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is meant to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions about jobs.

Employees with potential access to protected health information must comply with all procedures and guidelines governed by HIPAA.

Northpoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northpoint is an At-Will employer. Employment may be terminated at any time by employee, or employer with or without notice.