Chef

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily meals for residential clients and staff, ensuring consistency, quality, and nutritional balance
• Develop menus that accommodate dietary needs, allergies, and medical or cultural restrictions
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Order, receive, and properly store food and kitchen supplies
• Monitor food inventory and manage costs to stay within budget guidelines
• Collaborate with clinical and operations teams to support client needs and program schedules
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control protocols
• Maintain professionalism and appropriate boundaries while interacting with clients
• Assist with special events, holidays, or therapeutic programming as needed

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Chef or Cook in a residential, healthcare, hospitality, or institutional setting preferred
• Knowledge of food safety standards and proper kitchen sanitation practices
• Ability to prepare meals for larger groups while maintaining quality and consistency
• Experience accommodating dietary restrictions
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Food handler certification required or willingness to obtain
• Comfortable working in a behavioral health or residential treatment environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401k with 4% match
• Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, and illness
• Chef made meals onsite
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Supportive clinical supervision and professional development

About the Company

Altior Healthcare manages a family of services comprising three distinct mental health treatment programs, including a specialized program for US Veterans. With over 15 unique locations, they serve over 300 residential clients daily across five states.