Whole Foods Chef

Love to create meals with fresh ingredients? The Center for Discovery has openings for enthusiastic Whole Foods Chefs with an interest in from scratch farm-to-table, seasonally focused cuisine with an emphasis on precision nutrition for each person. Full benefits include sick and vacation time, 401(k), health and dental insurance, onsite gym membership, onsite daycare, and many others.

DNA, the Department of Nourishment Arts, is a groundbreaking and unique approach to providing all individuals at The Center for Discovery with the ultimate whole foods experience. DNA brings together farmers, chefs, and nutritionists, collaborating to ensure our food and resulting nutrition are optimized at every point along the food chain. This is what we call our Seed to Belly philosophy.

Through this shared goal, the food program at The Center continues to make a major impact in promoting health, healing, and quality of life for our residents.

Our culinary team prepares meals using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients, creating nutritious dishes that support the health and well-being of the individuals we serve. This is an opportunity to be part of an innovative culinary program where food plays an important role in promoting wellness and quality of life.

This position involves preparing a variety of fresh, whole-food meals using seasonal ingredients, which may include vegetables, grains, and animal-based proteins. Candidates should be comfortable working with a diverse range of ingredients as part of our culinary program.

We are seeking candidates who have an interest in preparing fresh, whole-food meals and who value quality, nutrition, and attention to detail. Experience with food preparation, cooking, meal preparation, or working with fresh ingredients is preferred. Individuals who enjoy learning new techniques, following recipes, maintaining high food quality standards, and being part of a collaborative culinary team will thrive in this unique environment.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with from scratch cooking, meal preparation, working with fresh ingredients.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and presentation.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other staff.
• Interest in fresh foods, nutrition, and continuous learning.
• Comfort working with a variety of food ingredients, including animal-based proteins.

This is an entry-level Whole Foods Chef position with opportunities to learn and grow within our innovative culinary program. Salary is based on experience and responsibilities.

This position is an entry level whole foods chef position. Salary based on experience and responsibility.