Part-time Chef, Days at WestBridge Inc

Manchester, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food preparation, Menu planning, Sanitation, Nutrition standards, Kitchen safety, CPR, First aid, AED, Crisis prevention intervention, Professional conduct, Confidentiality, Inventory management

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Part-Time Chef, Day shift Reports to: Residential Director Schedule: Friday-Sunday, 20-24hrs/week About Us: WestBridge is a family-founded, private non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate mental health and substance use treatment to individuals and their families. We incorporate evidence-based practices to promote resiliency and lifelong recovery. Summary Job Description: The Part-Time Chef ensures a proactive approach in their work, by offering high-quality foods, including healthy entrées and snacks, in a positive manner to approximately 8-12 people at our residence facility. The part-time Chef also contributes to the overall program in helping to create a warm and caring atmosphere for our Participants. Primary Duties: Prepares food by establishing nutrition and presentation standards and preparation procedures; measuring results against standards; making production adjustments. Works in collaboration with full-time Chef, Nutritionist, Participants and residential team members to establish a weekly menu. Adheres to the menu plan as developed by the full-time Chef. Approves food preparation by observing methods of preparation; tasting and smelling prepared dishes; viewing color, texture, and garnishments; verifying portion sizes. Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment by implementing federal, state, and local sanitation requirements and as directed by the full-time Chef. Responsible for logging refrigerator temperatures, filling out communication logs, restocking items from the dry storage area in order to maintain an orderly kitchen. Coordinate schedule with full-time Chef around holidays and scheduled/requested days off. Requirements Associates Degree or Equivalent in Culinary Arts and experience working with and preparing high-quality food. Valid ServSafe Certification. Active CPR, First Aid and AED certification required. Active Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification required or a plan for timely completion. (Training provided) Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations governing confidentiality Knowledge of local, state and federal program administration regulations. Understanding and ability to work with our residents Demonstrates a high standard of professional conduct, professional boundaries and ethical behavior that will enhance the quality of care and encourage positive interactions among staff, Participants and families. Valid driver’s license and appropriate vehicle insurance (liability limits of at least $100,000 bodily injury per person / $300,000 bodily injury per accident / $100,000 property damage). Must be 21 years or older in order to operate motor vehicle for WestBridge. Satisfactory Criminal Background Screening results. Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Records results. WestBridge does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law

Responsibilities

The Part-time Chef prepares high-quality, healthy meals for residents while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. They collaborate with the team to develop menus and ensure all food preparation meets established nutritional and presentation standards.