Chef - Treatment Center - Join the Team!

Altior Healthcare is a leading provider in mental health services with a comprehensive network of treatment programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals seeking rehabilitative care. Our family of services includes three specialized mental health treatment programs, one of which is specifically designed for U.S. Veterans. The organization proudly operates over 15 unique locations across five states: California, Idaho, Maine, New Hampshire, and Texas. With a dedicated team of 500 employees, Altior Healthcare supports more than 300 residential clients on a daily basis, ensuring a wide-reaching impact within the mental health care sector. Altior Healthcare provides a fusion of established organizational stability combined with the compassionate environment of a close-knit treatment community. Two of our flagship programs, Paradigm Treatment located on the West Coast and Ridge RTC on the East Coast, collaborate under the Altior banner to deliver evidence-based mental health care marked by both innovation and empathy. Our clinical and support teams have worked side-by-side for over ten years, fostering an environment that not only changes lives but also empowers each employee to find meaning and value in their role. Staff members at Altior Healthcare enjoy comprehensive benefits, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to a mission centered on mental wellness. As a Chef at Paradigm Treatment Centers, part of the Altior Healthcare network, you will play a vital role in supporting our patients' rehabilitative journey by creating and curating menus that meet a variety of dietary and nutritional needs. Your culinary creativity will be integral in offering meals that cater to specific diets such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-sodium options, ensuring that nutritional requirements are met while keeping meals flavorful and exciting. The chef position involves managing culinary budgets, overseeing kitchen maintenance, and ensuring compliance with sanitation standards, all crucial for maintaining the highest quality of food service. This role offers exciting opportunities to work autonomously in menu development, mentor adolescents and young adults, and apply your culinary expertise in a meaningful way that supports mental health recovery. The position is designed to empower culinary professionals who are passionate about both food and mental health, offering a rewarding career path with a work schedule from Monday to Friday, 10 am to 6 pm. Altior Healthcare is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and fostering a culture of respect and equality.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of professional cooking or culinary experience
• Ability to work Monday to Friday 10 am to 6 pm
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Ability to manage budgeting and inventory
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness to work in a mental health treatment environment