COOK/Kitchen Manager at Teton Youth & Family Services

Wilson, Wyoming, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

52000.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Menu Planning, Food Preparation, Inventory Management, Grocery Shopping, Record Keeping, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Dietary Accommodations, Staff Collaboration, Criminal Background Check Compliance

Industry

Description

Description Position: Cook/Kitchen Manager – Red Top Meadows Residential Treatment Center Location: Wilson, Wyoming Organization: Teton Youth & Family Services Employment Type: Full-Time Wage Range: $52,000 Salary DOE Benefits: 20 Days per year PTO; Health/ Dental Vision Insurance; 3% Retirement Match Position Overview Red Top Meadows, a residential treatment facility under Teton Youth & Family Services, is seeking a dependable and self-motivated Cook to support the day-to-day well-being of our youth residents through nutritious, consistent, and thoughtfully prepared meals. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a mission-driven environment and values the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of adolescents in treatment. While not a direct care role, the Cook is part of the broader team and interacts respectfully and appropriately with youth, maintaining awareness of the program’s structure and philosophy. Job Duties Plan weekly menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that meet nutritional guidelines and resident specific needs Prepare and serve lunch and dinner on-site Monday through Friday Organize and stage ingredients for weekend and breakfast meal preparations for other staff members to complete Complete all required production records and maintain compliance with state, local, and federal food service requirements Prepare a weekly grocery list and shop for or order food and supplies Maintain cleanliness, inventory, and organization of the kitchen and food storage areas Collaborate with staff to accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special meal requests as needed Interact respectfully and appropriately with residents and staff Demonstrate a general understanding of the program’s treatment philosophy, rules, and youth rights Participate in team meetings or training sessions as requested Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent Prior cooking or food preparation experience (professional kitchen or institutional setting) Basic clerical and organizational skills to manage inventory, plan menus, and maintain documentation Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently Willingness to interact with at-risk youth in a respectful, supportive, and professional manner Must pass a criminal background check and child abuse registry screening Requirements Must pass a criminal background check and child abuse registry screening Must have reliable personal transportation to get to and from work

Responsibilities

The Cook/Kitchen Manager is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals for youth residents Monday through Friday, while also managing kitchen inventory and supplies. This role requires maintaining compliance with food service regulations and collaborating with staff to accommodate specific dietary needs.