Head Chef

Benefits:

• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• FSA
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Job description


Sage Recovery Villa - Manor, 78653

Who We Are
Sage Recovery & Wellness is a two-location recovery organization. We have an outpatient facility in West Austin and a residential treatment center in Manor.

Sage Recovery Villa is a 15-bed, 35-day residential treatment center for adults specializing in the treatment of substance use disorders and trauma. This luxury treatment center is located on 24-acres of countryside estate, just east of Austin in Manor, TX.

Description: The Head Chef shapes a recovery-oriented culinary experience for our clients, promoting wellness through nutrition, centered around seasonal, organic ingredients with the guidance of a registered dietician. This position is responsible for training and maintaining additional kitchen staff to provide clients with delicious, nutritious menus that promote an adventurous culinary spirit, while ensuring all local and state health department standards are met. This position will curate rotating 35-day (5-week) menu blocks that incorporate seasonal, nutrient-dense ingredients for review and approval by a registered dietician.

Position Title: Head Chef

Reports to: House Manager

Duties & Responsibilities Include:


Meal Planning/Inventory Management


Curate 35-day menu blocks for review by dietician, with a focus on nutritive, seasonal and organic options

Adapts menu to provide alternatives based on client allergy or dietary restrictions

Implements substitute of like ingredients due to availability or ordering issues

Recommends and adheres to weekly food budget

Manages food order, properly calculating quantities needed for current client count

Maintains inventory counts/logs, and reports discrepancies to Residential Services Manager

Kitchen Staff Compliance


Assist in development of policies and procedures for kitchen staff

Maintains and trains kitchen staff, including arranging or providing coverage for time off/unplanned absences

Prepares meals per menu alongside kitchen staff, directing as necessary to ensure scheduled client mealtimes are met

Demonstrates, coaches and promotes adherence to food safety standards and a clean, safe and orderly workstation

Coordinates daily prep schedule for kitchen staff

Reviews daily staff communications, including temperature/task logs and staff notes

Establishes culture of positivity and teamwork, fostering open communication, addressing staff concerns, and boosting morale

Reports any kitchen or staff related issues to the Residential Services Manager

Maintains professional boundaries with staff and uphold client confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines

Upholds the mission, values, policies and spirit of Sage Recovery Villa

Special Skills:


Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, etc.)

Knowledge of local and state health department standards

Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 35 pounds

Must be prepared to obtain any additional licenses or certificates necessary to comply with state law

Qualifications & Education:


High-school diploma or equivalent required

Current Food Handler's Certificate; Food Manager Certificate preferred and will be required as part of your onboarding.

3 years' experience in food preparation and production, preferably in a restaurant/catering/group setting

Experience in culinary management, a plus

Prior experience in menu planning for group setting

Night/weekend/holiday flexibility

Hours & Compensation:


This is a full-time, salaried exempt

Benefits:


Competitive salary based on experience

Paid Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

Health Care Spending Account

401k with up to 3% match

15k life insurance paid by employer

Paid Time Off

Three Personal Development and Training days provided each year

Education & Qualification:

• High-school diploma or equivalent recommended
• Current Food Handler's License
• 1-2 years experience in food preparation and production, preferably in a restaurant/catering/group setting
• Weekday flexibility with consistent Weekend availability

Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Potential to move up to full-time depending on availability and schedule
• Benefits (Insurance, paid sick time, HSA, etc) are for full-time employees only

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Pay rate:

• Yearly pay

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Rehabilitation center

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Culinary experience: 1 year (Required)
• Cooking: 1 year (Required)