Sous Chef- Adult Residential Healthcare at A BETTER LIFE RECOVERY LLC

Vienna, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

28.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Meal Preparation, Kitchen Operations, Dietary Compliance, Food Safety, Menu Creation, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Expense Reconciliation, Servsafe Compliance, Client Interaction, Staff Coordination, Sanitation Standards, Food Handling, Supervision

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Job Opening: Sous Chef | AMFM Healthcare (Full-Time) AMFM Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Sous Chef to join our team at our private residential treatment facilities. In this vital role, you’ll help nourish clients on their journey toward recovery by preparing delicious, well-balanced meals in a supportive and therapeutic environment. This position will work under our Head Chef. Location: Fairfax County, VA Status and Compensation: Full-Time | Hourly | Non-Exempt | $24-$28/hour. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm. ABOUT US After the tragic loss of a beloved son due to mental illness, A Mission for Michael (AMFM Healthcare) was created with the vision of preventing such hopelessness in the lives of others. Our mission is to provide exceptional residential mental health care that transforms lives and promotes lasting recovery. At AMFM Healthcare, our team is composed of individuals who possess both the qualifications and the unwavering passion to deliver comprehensive care for severe mental illness. We understand the profound impact mental health struggles can have on individuals and their families, and we are dedicated to offering support, healing, and hope. What sets AMFM Healthcare apart in the field of mental health care is our commitment to an intensive focus on clinical evidence-based treatment. We believe in the power of proven therapeutic approaches and continuously strive to integrate the latest research and advancements into our care programs. By leveraging this expertise, we aim to provide the highest quality of treatment and optimize outcomes for our residents. As you step into our facilities, you'll immediately notice that we are different from most mental health treatment centers. We foster a welcoming and nurturing environment where individuals can find solace and embark on their journey to recovery. Our dedicated staff members prioritize personalized and compassionate care, understanding that each person's experience with mental illness is unique. We take the time to truly listen, to empathize, and to tailor our programs to meet the specific needs of each resident. WHAT YOU’LL DO: As our Sous Chef, you'll make daily meal preparation and kitchen operations while ensuring that all meals meet dietary and safety standards — especially for individuals with specialized nutritional needs, including eating disorders. You will be responsible for: * Preparing and serving lunch and dinner daily for clients and staff * Coordinating meal delivery across multiple residential sites * Guiding breakfast and weekend meal service procedures * Maintaining kitchen safety and sanitation standards * Adapting meals to accommodate individual dietary restrictions * Managing food inventory, purchasing, and expense reconciliation * Creating weekly menus that are both nutritious and satisfying * Keeping a respectful and positive attitude with clients and staff * Ensuring compliance with all county, state, and ServSafe standards QUALIFICATIONS: * High School Diploma or GED required * Valid Food Handler’s Certification (ServSafe Manager Certification preferred) * Possess valid driver’s license with ability to be insured by our auto insurance policy which includes, but not limited to, the following requirements: 4 continuous years of driving experience, 21 years of age or older, less than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years, and no more than 1 major violation in the last 3 years. * Ability to pass background checks as required by the company, state, or federal guidelines * Ability to stand, sit, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 40 pounds) * Experience preparing meals in a residential or healthcare setting preferred Benefits for full time employees: * Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Anthem. * FSA/HSA Accounts. * Life/AD&D insurance through Anthem, 100% paid for by the employer. Other benefits include: * 401k plan with employer match. * PTO, Self Care Day, and Floating Holiday. * Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program. * Employee Assistance Program. * Health and Wellness Membership. AMFM Healthcare is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Responsibilities

The Sous Chef will manage daily meal preparation and kitchen operations, ensuring all meals adhere to dietary and safety standards, especially for clients with specialized nutritional needs like eating disorders. Responsibilities include preparing and serving lunch and dinner, coordinating meal delivery across sites, guiding weekend meal service, and maintaining strict sanitation standards.