Cook- Residential

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Job Title: Cook
FLSA: Non-Exempt 

Supervisor: Residential Administrator 

Compensation: $25.00-$30.39 per hour 

Here at Community House Mental Health Agency, we strive to provide a supportive family atmosphere in Seattle and King County for people with severe and persistent mental illness. Each person who walks through our door has a unique story, and we believe that everyone deserves to feel welcomed and valued. 

CHMHA has a fantastic opportunity available for a Cook. 

Our Cook will work to prepare and coordinate all food services for a 24-hour adult residential treatment facility. They will work closely with a certified dietician to plan nutritious, well-balanced meals in accordance with the WAC Assisted Living Guidelines.  

At Community House, we value a strong work-life balance and aim to provide the best support for our workers. As a CHMHA employee, you will have access to a range of unique benefits, such as company-paid medical/dental/vision/disability insurance, a 403B retirement plan with employer match, continuing education credit, a personal unlimited ORCA card, and an employee assistance program with financial, mental, and legal assistance. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Plan nutritious, well balanced meals per WAC 246-316-170 and in consultation with a certified dietician 

• Maintain all health practices and sanitation guidelines per agency kitchen standards 

• Maintain a sanitary and organized kitchen including routine cleaning of appliances and equipment 

• Post weekly menu plan for residents and file all menus for a minimum of 6 months 

• Arrange for food pick-up at the donation sites 

• Order food supplies on weekly basis 

• Ensure menu supplies and preparation directions for other staff who cook 

• Keep agency kitchen checklist per facility guidelines 

• Encourage resident help in kitchen operations including meal preparation, clean-up, and dishwashing as part of agency life skills training 

• Maintain records in keeping with agency guidelines 

• Attend scheduled staff meetings, community meetings, and trainings/conferences when on duty and as assigned 

• Review daily log and documents after each shift and communicate other staff members of any emergency situations 

• Provide immediate crisis intervention and resolution as needed 

• Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Current CPR/First Aid certification 

• Current Food Handlers card 

• Ability to work non-traditional schedule as required by the residential facility including holidays as assigned 

• Have legible handwriting 

• Ability to do simple mathematics 

• Ability to read and comprehend agency policy and procedures 

• Valid drivers license and clean driving record to use agency vehicles