Culinary Wellness Manager/Chef

The Jamestown Salish Seasons Evaluation & Treatment Facility is seeking a Culinary Wellness Manager/Chef to lead all food service operations within our 16-bed residential treatment program. This is a unique, mission-driven opportunity for someone passionate about food, nutrition, and the powerful role they play in healing and recovery. In a low-volume, high-impact setting, you'll help shape a wellness-focused kitchen where every meal supports recovery, dignity, and cultural respect. Excellent benefits are included, along with the chance to lead a program grounded in the philosophy that food is medicine and medicine is food.

**Position Overview**

This leader is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the facility's dietary program, including daily preparation of three meals and two snacks for residents. The Culinary Wellness Manager/Chef develops menus, oversees meal planning, and ensures all dietary needs and restrictions are met while maintaining consistency, quality, and safety. The role supports a healing environment through fresh ingredients, balanced nutrition, and respectful dining practices aligned with the mission and values of the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe and Jamestown HealthCARE.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Lead and oversee all kitchen and food service operations within the residential treatment facility
• Develop and maintain a dietary program centered on nutrition, wellness, and recovery
• Plan menus and ensure meals meet nutritional standards and individual dietary needs
• Oversee preparation of three meals and two snacks daily with consistency and quality standards
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Maintain proper food storage, handling, and kitchen cleanliness standards
• Manage kitchen budget, food purchasing, and cost control
• Coordinate vendor relationships and manage inventory
• Supervise, train, schedule, and support kitchen staff
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, cross-training, and performance management
• Collaborate with clinical and program staff on resident dietary needs
• Promote nutrition education and wellness-focused eating practices
• Foster a respectful, culturally responsive dining environment
• Support overall kitchen operations and assist as needed

**Schedule & Hiring Timeline**

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• 4x10 schedule
• Must be flexible to provide cook coverage as needed
• Interviews begin June 2026
• Expected start date: early July 2026

**Requirements**

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Food Handler's Card or equivalent certification
• 5+ years of food service, culinary operations, or kitchen management experience
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
• Experience with inventory management, procurement, and cost control
• Ability to manage food service in a residential, healthcare, or institutional setting
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and culturally respectful practices
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and ability to work independently
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel locally and regionally

**Preferred Qualifications**

• Associate or bachelor's degree in culinary arts, nutrition, hospitality management, or related field
• Experience supporting nutrition-focused meal programs in healthcare or residential settings
• Registered Dietitian credential
• Experience working with Tribal communities strongly preferred

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