Weekend Chef - Part Time
$56,160–$66,560 year
On-siteSanta Barbara, California, United States
Job Summary
Oversee all weekend kitchen operations at Casa Serena, including preparing daily meals, managing inventory, and maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards. Create menus tailored to client dietary needs, conduct grocery shopping, and track budget adherence while ensuring optimal resource use. Maintain impeccable kitchen cleanliness through dishwashing, deep-cleaning, and proper equipment handling. Provide food for holidays and special events as needed. This part-time role supports a residential substance use and mental health treatment center for women, requiring ServSafe certification, a valid driver's license, and experience in behavioral health settings.
Required Qualifications
- ServeSafe standards
- Menu creation
- Food preparation
- Census & inventory
- Ability to communicate clearly, both in writing and verbally
- Possess a professional demeanor and a collaborative spirit
- Cultural competency and client-centered care approach
Desired Qualifications
- One year of chef / cooking experience
- Food Handler's Certification (servsafe certified) preferred or willing to obtain upon hire
- Current CPR & First Aid Certification and TB/Health Screen within 60 days of employment (or willing to obtain upon 7 days of hire)
- Basic computer skills, experience in MS Office or Google Suite preferred
- Experience in a behavioral health treatment facility preferred
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record and insurable by our insurance carrier
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