Chef

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

Work Schedule

Benefits

Boca Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including :

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