JOB DESCRIPTION:

At California Recovery Center, we know that meals are more than just food, they are a vital part of the healing process for our clients. Nutritious, balanced, and thoughtfully prepared meals provide comfort, stability, and support as clients focus on their recovery.
The Assistant Cook will work closely with our Executive Chef to prepare healthy meals for CRC’s clients while accommodating variable diets, food allergies, and individual preferences. In addition, the Assistant Cook will support the Executive Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations to ensure quality, consistency, and safe meals for our clients.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• California Food Handler Card
• Minimum of 1–2 years of cooking experience in a commercial kitchen, healthcare, or recovery center setting preferred
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices
• Ability to follow recipes, adjust for dietary needs, and manage multiple meals at once
• Reliable transportation and punctuality required
• Ability to lift items and stand for extended periods
• Current TB test results
• Must pass a comprehensive background check.
• Valid ID and SSN

OUR MISSION AND PURPOSE

California Recovery Center, based in Roseville, California, is an industry-leading organization at the forefront of behavioral health and substance use recovery services. Our client-focused and rapidly expanding array of services includes behavioral health and substance use Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Substance Use Disorder Residential Treatment Center (RTC) services, Detoxification services, Aftercare/Alumni activities and services, Telehealth, and Family Education opportunities.
We are a resource for individuals desiring to change their lifestyle to a more fulfilling, meaningful, satisfying way of living. Employing a multidisciplinary team of caring professionals combined with evidence-based treatment approaches, we are on a mission to change how people think, live, and do. If you believe in serving others and using your talents to make healthy communities, work well with others, and feel called to dedicate your efforts to helping people, then join us in our mission and make a difference now, not later.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in preparing and serving meals for up to 23-25 clients daily
• Support the Executive Chef in day-to-day kitchen tasks and food preparation
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including daily and deep cleaning
• Assist with managing groceries and supplies for all the facilities
• Coordinate daily grocery needs with staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, and utensils as part of kitchen upkeep
• Always follow food safety and sanitation standards
• Other duties as assigned
  “California Recovery Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment practices, the provision of benefits, and services on the basis of race, color, age, national original, religion, sex, and mental or physical disabilities.”
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 40 per week

License/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Roseville, CA 95678 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Roseville, CA 95678: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In perso