Chef

About Alsana

Alsana is an eating disorder recovery community with 11 locations nationwide plus our virtual program. We provide superior and committed care to help those on their journey to a healthy and successful recovery. From the Latin roots meaning "all" or "total health," Alsana offers a new philosophy of care centered on our clients' full well-being. We address the aspects of eating disorders that often go untreated in traditional recovery programs. Our culture creates a working environment of communication, collaboration, compassion, and integrity—all of which are necessary to craft unique treatment plans tailored to our clients' needs and outcomes.

The Role

As the Chef at Alsana, you will provide nutritious meals to clients with eating disorders, adhering to recipes that have been built and analyzed by a registered dietitian to provide for client's individualized nutritional needs. You will participate in client education about food and adhere to allergies and dietitian approved preferences when preparing meals. You will provide meals for individuals as outlined in the recipe binder and in collaboration with the Lead Chef and Lead Dietitian, to provide appropriate nutritional intake. You are responsible for daily meal prep, food purchasing, and maintaining the kitchen according to county health codes and ServSafe standards.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides all meals for clients and approved staff as outlined in the recipe binder, in collaboration with the Lead Chef. Supports Lead Dietitian, Lead Chef, and clients during client challenge meals.
• Follows all safety and sanitation procedures as outlined by ServSafe including, but not limited to, wearing hair coverings & gloves in the food preparation area.
• Communicates effectively with direct care and dietitians; reports any communication difficulties to Lead Chef.
• Maintains responsibility for safe food standards including sanitation duties, food temperatures, refrigerator temperatures and food handling.
• Takes inventory of food and supplies, orders food, and assists with recipe development.
• Assists with food inventory labeling to include opened date and expiration date according to guidelines.

Qualifications

• Maintain food safety standards and practices as determined by The Joint Commission
• High school diploma OR 1-2 years of experience in the field
• Current ServSafe Certification

Are you ready to let your light shine?! Join the Alsana team today!

Salary range is $23-$30/hour. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience and location.