Galloway
Job Description Cook Department: Operations / Food Services Reports to: Director of Operations Location: Galloway NJ Job Type: Full-Time About Boca Recovery Center Founded in 2016, Boca Recovery Center is a nationally recognized addiction treatment provider specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. With locations in Florida, New Jersey, Indiana, and Massachusetts; we deliver evidence-based clinical care in a supportive, structured environment. Our team is committed to providing trauma-informed, client-centered services that promote lasting recovery. Position Summary The Cook is responsible for the safe preparation and distribution of high-quality, nutritious meals in a residential treatment setting. This position ensures compliance with food safety regulations and dietary needs of clients under healthcare supervision. The Cook plays a vital role in supporting client health and wellness through meal service and kitchen management. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and serve meals that meet health, safety, and dietary guidelines for adult clients., • Accommodate special diets, including diabetic, vegetarian, and allergy-sensitive meals., • Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation., • Ensure proper food storage, inventory rotation, and timely ordering of perishables and dry goods., • Monitor kitchen hygiene and enforce sanitation standards in compliance with state regulations., • Inspect food and supplies upon receipt and before use to ensure quality and freshness., • Work collaboratively with the clinical and operations teams to support client needs., • Provide exceptional customer service in all client and staff interactions., • Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining, and storage areas, including dishwashing responsibilities as needed., • Attend required staff meetings and training sessions., • Manage occasional special meals or event catering needs for the facility., • Demonstrate safe lifting techniques and handle up to 50 lbs regularly., • Perform additional culinary duties or facility-related tasks as directed by leadership. Requirements Education: • High School Diploma or GED required., • Valid driver’s license, required., • ServSafe Food Handler Certification or equivalent (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)., • Thorough understanding of food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety., • Ability to follow standardized recipes and dietary plans under clinical guidance., • Professional, respectful, and team-oriented demeanor., • Ability to work independently and respond calmly to high-stress situations. Work Environment & Physical Demands • Position is primarily indoors (80–90%) in a temperature-controlled kitchen and prep area., • Must stand, walk, reach, bend, crouch, and lift throughout an 8-hour shift., • Frequent use of kitchen equipment: stove, oven, microwave, slicer, dishwasher, telephone, utensils., • Physical demands include lifting/carrying supplies up to 50 lbs and working in a fast-paced setting., • Must be comfortable around food odors, noise from equipment, and time-sensitive meal preparation schedules. Security & Compliance Requirements, • Criminal background check, reference check, and drug screening required., • Compliance with HIPAA and facility-specific confidentiality policies is mandatory. Benefits Boca Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Health Insurance, • Retirement Plans, • Disability Coverage, • Paid Time Off