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

Monday to Friday, Night shift, Day shift

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Chef/Cook Job at Evolve, La Mesa, CA