Chef/Cook Job at Evolve Treatment Centers, La Mesa, CA

  • Evolve Treatment Centers
  • La Mesa, CA

Job Description

Make meals that heal. Evolve Treatment Centers is hiring a Chef (Cook)to prepare meals at 2 of our 6-bed adolescent residential treatment home in La Mesa, 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.

 

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Competitive pay : $31–$33/hour

  • Consistent schedule : Monday–Friday 10am - 6:30pm, 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

  • Grocery shop for the week and create weekly menus to be approved
  • 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 

Job Tags

Night shift, Day shift

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