The Emily Program

The Emily Program

Cook

4024 Stirrup Creek Drive, Suite 200 Durham, NC 27703 · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 days ago
Inventory ManagementFood Safety

About the role

  • The Cook is an essential part of the healing journey, preparing and serving food that supports recovery from eating disorders.
  • Collaborating closely with the culinary and nutrition teams, you'll prepare high-quality dishes according to standardized menus and recipes, designed not only for nourishment but to meet the specific needs of each client's recovery.

Responsibilities

  • Your role goes beyond traditional cooking-every meal is an opportunity to restore balance, support healing, and help clients regain physical and mental well-being.
  • Collaborate with the culinary and nutrition team to ensure consistency, accuracy, safety, and adherence to nutrition orders.
  • Maintain organization and cleanliness in culinary and dining areas, addressing issues promptly.
  • Maintain professional boundaries with clients and their communities of support (e.g., parents, partners).
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • 4024 Stirrup Creek Drive, Suite 200, Durham NC 27703

Requirements

  • 1 year of cooking experience in a medium-volume kitchen.
  • Employees at Inpatient/Residential sites in MN, OH, and WA are required to have a current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
  • Employees at Inpatient/Residential sites in MN, OH, and WA are required to have a current First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
  • Site-specific food safety certification from an accredited program (e.g., ServSafe) is required within 30 days of hire.
  • Able to read and interpret dietary instructions.
  • 1 year of healthcare culinary service experience, including adherence to standardized menus, recipes, and therapeutic diets preferred.
  • Valid driver's license and authorization to drive preferred.

Nice to have

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Compensation

  • Starting hourly range between $18.00

Benefits

  • Employee Benefits: We understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits package.
  • HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
  • Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
  • Vision insurance (EyeMed)
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance.
  • Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period.
  • Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.

Company info

  • For full-time employees, we offer:

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