Temp Chef

Make meals that heal. Evolve Treatment Centers is hiring a Temp Chef (Cook) for our 6-bed adolescent residential treatment home in Walnut Creek and Lafayette, CA. This is more than a culinary job — it's a chance to use your passion for food to support teens on their healing journey.This is a Temp position (through January 2026)Why You'll Love Working HereCompetitive pay$32–$35/hourConsistent scheduleMonday–Friday, no weekends or late nightsSupportive cultureSmall team, mission-driven workBeautiful workplaceResidential home setting with a welcoming kitchenMeaningful impactEvery meal supports a teen's recovery and well-beingWhat You'll DoWork alongside and report directly to Program DirectorGrocery shop for the week and create weekly menus to be approved by Program DirectorPut together healthy, nutritious, teen-friendly meals for 6 adolescent clients in residential treatmentPrepare, plate, and serve morning and afternoon snacks, lunch, and dinner Monday – FridayMeal prep for the weekendsMeet with clients upon admission to learn about client allergies, food restrictions, or preferencesMeet with clients once weekly to review weekly menuEnsure kitchen is in compliance with accreditation, licensing, and program standardsManage a monthly budget for all food and culinary expensesWhat We're Looking ForExperience as a chef or cook in residential, school, health care, or similar settingsServSafe (or equivalent) certification (or willingness to obtain)Strong organization, time management, and communication skillsAbility to stay calm under pressure and work collaborativelyPassion for using food to build connection and careBonus Points If You HaveExperience working with teens or behavioral health settingsA desire to combine culinary skills with a greater purposeApply Today!Bring your passion for food and care to a team making a difference. Join us at Evolve and help teens heal — one meal at a time.For information on Evolve's privacy practices, see the Evolve California Personnel Privacy Notice located at Powered by JazzHR

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