Cook/Sous Chef (Part Time)
We’re looking for a reliable, creative, and empathetic Chef to join our team part-time and oversee meal preparation at our NYC location. This isn’t just a kitchen job - it’s a chance to nourish people in recovery, provide comfort through food, and be a consistent presence in their healing journey.
You’ll work closely with the residential staff to plan and prepare delicious, balanced meals for our clients, ensuring they are well-fed and well-cared for in our residential settings.
Job Responsibilities
Meal Planning & Preparation
- Create and cook nutritious, tasty meals that meet client dietary needs and preferences
- Maintain a weekly meal schedule and coordinate the timing of meals
- Prepare lunch and dinner daily, occasionally supporting breakfast or weekend planning
Inventory & Ordering
- Manage grocery orders, kitchen inventory, and supplies
- Coordinate with vendors and delivery services to maintain stock
Monitor food freshness and ensure proper food safety practices
Kitchen Management
- Keep kitchens clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety standards
- Occasionally support clients in learning basic cooking or kitchen skills as part of their recovery experience
- Collaborate with house staff to ensure kitchen environments are welcoming and inclusive
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with program director, operations, and support staff to align food service with program needs
- Adapt meals and schedules as needed for house events, client preferences, or seasonal availability
Requirements
Who You Are
- A confident, experienced cook or chef with a deep love of nourishing others through food
- Organized, dependable, and able to manage your time independently
- Emotionally intelligent and comfortable working in environments that prioritize mental health and healing
Benefits
Why Join Us?
Joining our team means being part of something truly revolutionary. We’re on a mission to flip the script on how the world views and treats Substance Use Disorder and Mental Illness. At Release, recovery isn’t about what you give up - it’s all about what you gain.
When you join Release Recovery, you’ll be:
- Working alongside a passionate, mission-driven team
- Making a direct impact on individuals on their path to recovery
- Enjoying a stable and steady full-time schedule with no late nights
- Eligible for competitive pay
- Helping create an environment where wellness, dignity, and community come first