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We are currently hiring a Residential Chef to join our dedicated team at our 2 beautiful 6-bed adolescent residential treatment centers in Sacramento (Arden Oaks and Fair Oaks) This is more than just a culinary role—it's a chance to make a real and meaningful difference in the lives of teens on their healing journeys.
At Evolve, our name says it all—we are committed to growth and change, not just for our clients but for our team, too. We serve adolescents struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral issues in a safe, supportive, and structured environment.
As our Residential Chef, you will be responsible for:
Preparing nutritious, delicious meals (lunch, dinner and 2 snacks) for teens and staff in accordance with dietary needs and guidelines.
Creating weekly menus that support both physical and emotional wellness.
Maintaining a clean, organized kitchen that meets all health and safety standards.
Ordering supplies and managing inventory within a monthly budget.
Ideal Candidate:
Has experience working with teens or in behavioral health settings (preferred but not required).
Is passionate about food as a tool for healing and connection
Demonstrates excellent time management, organization, and communication skills
Can remain calm under pressure, take initiative, and maintain professional boundaries at all times.
Experience as a chef or cook in a residential, school, or health care setting.
ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
Ability to pass background check and TB test.
Purpose-driven work with meaningful impact
Supportive, team-based culture
Ongoing training and development
Beautiful residential settings in Sacramento, CA
To be considered for this role, we ask that you complete the following assessment, as a token of our appreciation you will be given a summary of the personalized assessment outlining your strengths that'll assist in your job search. You can find the assessment here: https://apply.select.wonderlic.com/X9T4FA/Evolve-Adolescent-Behavioral-Health
If you’re ready to combine your passion for food with your desire to support adolescent mental health, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and help teens Evolve
For information on Evolve's privacy practices, see the Evolve California Personnel Privacy Notice located at https://evolvetreatment.com/personnel-privacy-notice/.
Through personalized care and ongoing support, Evolve Adolescent Behavioral Health empowers teens struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues to heal, hope, and become the best version of themselves.
Our evidence-based, data-driven, and results-oriented modes of therapy are based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and geared specifically for adolescents aged 12 to 17. We provide personalized care in safe, nurturing residential treatment centers and our outpatient services, with locations throughout Northern and Southern California.
We focus on the individual, on what works, and on healing the whole person and the whole family.
Evolve's first-class staff makes that mission possible. Our clinical team is comprised of board-certified child & adolescent psychiatrists, nurses, licensed therapeutic professionals, and highly trained counselors.
We’re a creative, compassionate, and energetic community of professionals, and we’re committed to our diverse and multi-talented team, and to positive, forward change.
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