Riverside Community Care - Norwood, MA
posted 2 days ago
About the position
We are looking for an energetic, passionate, confident, and skilled person that wants to work in an environment that makes a difference and is different every day. In this important role, the Food Services / Culinary Unit Coordinator is responsible for engaging Clubhouse participants in the work of the Clubhouse. Work side-by-side with participants while coordinating various activities and projects which includes cooking breakfast, lunch or dinner, menu planning, tracking the food budget, maintaining all town/state health code requirements, plan and coordinate social events/parties, and health and wellness activities. Clubhouses are unique locations that offer individuals with mental health challenges a vibrant, fun, and engaging environment. Clubhouses help people move forward in their mental health recovery journey. This role requires great flexibility as you will work one-on-one and in groups. Our ideal team member would be someone that is passionate about food and sharing this with others. An opportunity to engage program participants in social and event planning, health and wellness activities, and assisting in other unit tasks related to food services.
Responsibilities
- Engage Clubhouse participants in various activities and projects.
- Coordinate cooking for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
- Plan menus and track the food budget.
- Maintain compliance with town/state health code requirements.
- Plan and coordinate social events and parties.
- Facilitate health and wellness activities.
Requirements
- Drivers' license and reliable car to transport members during the day required.
- BA/BS and/or relevant experience preferred.
- Clubhouse experience, community-based programs, or Recovery Learning Community experience is a plus.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working with individuals with mental health challenges.
Benefits
- Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Flexible Spending Accounts - both medical and dependent care
- Eleven paid holidays
- Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
- Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
- Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
- Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
- Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner's fee
