# Chef

> Boca Recovery Center · Bloomington, United States · Full-time · Posted 2025-08-07

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Operations

## Description

### **Chef – Bloomington Residential Facility**

**Location:** On-Site – Bloomington, Indiana  
**Department:** Operations / Dietary Services  
**Reports to:** Facility Director  
**Schedule:** Sunday–Wednesday (Sunday–Tuesday full days, Wednesday half day)  
**Status:** Hourly, 36 hours/week  
**Compensation:** Competitive hourly rate, based on experience and certification

### **About Boca Recovery Center**

Boca Recovery Center is a nationally recognized leader in behavioral health treatment, with a growing presence across Florida, New Jersey, Indiana, and soon Massachusetts. While our Bloomington location has expanded to focus primarily on mental health services, our commitment to whole-person care includes providing **nutritious, comforting meals** that support recovery and well-being.

We pride ourselves on creating a therapeutic environment that includes **safe, clean, and high-quality food service** for all clients.

### **Position Overview**

We are seeking a dependable and skilled **Chef** to oversee the kitchen operations at our Bloomington facility. This role is vital in supporting our clients’ overall wellness by preparing balanced, appealing meals in a **trauma-informed, residential mental health setting**.

The Chef will be responsible for meal planning, food preparation, kitchen sanitation, and maintaining compliance with food safety regulations. This is a **36-hour per week position** (Sunday–Wednesday) with **overtime eligibility**.

### **Key Responsibilities**

-   Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals in accordance with client dietary needs and facility schedules
-   Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen and dining areas
-   Manage inventory, receive orders, and ensure proper food storage practices
-   Follow all local, state, and federal guidelines for food handling and sanitation
-   Collaborate with clinical and operational staff to meet special dietary needs or therapeutic food requests
-   Ensure kitchen and food service operations comply with inspection and regulatory standards
-   Maintain appropriate food temperature logs and cleaning checklists
-   Uphold a calm, professional presence in a residential treatment setting

## Requirements

-   **Current Food Protection Manager Certification** through **ServSafe.**
-   Minimum of 2 years of experience in a kitchen or food service setting (residential, healthcare, or institutional preferred)
-   Knowledge of special dietary accommodations and food allergy protocols
-   Strong organizational and time management skills
-   Ability to work independently and maintain a clean, efficient kitchen environment
-   Passion for supporting individuals in recovery and mental health care

### **Work Schedule**

-   **Sunday:** Full day
-   **Monday–Tuesday:** Full days
-   **Wednesday:** Half day (6 hours)
-   **One weekend day off** each week
-   **Total weekly hours:** 36 hours, with opportunity for **overtime**

## Benefits

Boca Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

-   Health Insurance
-   Retirement Plans
-   Disability Coverage
-   Paid Time Off
-   Continuing Education & Professional Development Opportunities

_**Join Boca Recovery Center and make a meaningful impact through expert, compassionate care in a mission-driven environment focused on recovery and wellness.**_

## Apply

[Apply at Boca Recovery Center](https://apply.workable.com/boca-recovery/j/39FEBB9842/apply)

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