Temp Chef

Temp Chef Walnut Creek, CA Job Details Temporary $32 - $35 an hour 3 days ago Qualifications Menu design Food safety management Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) ServSafe Expense management Cooking Mid-level Plating Dietary department experience Organizational skills Communication skills Operational budget management Organizational budget management Time management Full Job Description 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 Here Competitive pay : $32-$35/hour Consistent schedule : Monday-Friday, no weekends or late nights Supportive culture : Small team, mission-driven work Beautiful workplace : Residential home setting with a welcoming kitchen Meaningful impact : Every meal supports a teen's recovery and well-being What You'll Do Work alongside and report directly to Program Director Grocery shop for the week and create weekly menus to be approved by Program Director Put together healthy, nutritious, teen-friendly meals for 6 adolescent clients in residential treatment Prepare, plate, and serve morning and afternoon snacks, lunch, and dinner Monday - Friday Meal prep for the weekends Meet with clients upon admission to learn about client allergies, food restrictions, or preferences Meet with clients once weekly to review weekly menu Ensure kitchen is in compliance with accreditation, licensing, and program standards Manage a monthly budget for all food and culinary expenses What We're Looking For Experience as a chef or cook in residential, school, health care, or similar settings ServSafe (or equivalent) certification (or willingness to obtain) Strong organization, time management, and communication skills Ability to stay calm under pressure and work collaboratively Passion for using food to build connection and care Bonus Points If You Have Experience working with teens or behavioral health settings A desire to combine culinary skills with a greater purpose Apply 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 https://evolvetreatment.com/personnel-privacy-notice/. E2GQ4gl2nj