Kitchen Aid at Mental Health Program

Kitchen Staff Part Time Weekdays 25-30 hours/week Springfield NJ

Organization: Social Clubhouse, Inc.

Location: Springfield NJ 0708 (In-Person)

Pay Range: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour based on experience

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00am start time, typically ending around 2:00pm (flexible end time based on program needs)

Part Time | Weekday Daytime Schedule | No Evenings or Weekends

Join a Growing Team Supporting Mental Health Recovery

Social Clubhouse is seeking a reliable and compassionate Kitchen aid to help prepare and serve daily meals for members of our adult mental health partial care program.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys cooking, values routine, and wants to be part of a supportive, mission-driven environment.

As our program continues to grow and our client census expands, this position also offers potential opportunities to transition to a full-time role with benefits for the right long-term team member.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare and serve daily breakfast and lunch for program members
• Assist with weekly meal planning and food purchasing
• Follow CACFP food standards to ensure meals meet reimbursement requirements
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness including dishwashing, food storage, and sanitation
• Receive and organize weekly food deliveries
• Assist with occasional special event meals and program activities
• Work collaboratively with staff to maintain a welcoming and respectful environment

Lunch service is completed by 1:10pm, followed by cleanup.

What We Are Looking For:

• At least 1 year of food preparation experience (required)
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen setting
• Experience working with adults with special needs or mental health diagnoses preferred
• NJ Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift 30 pounds
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable working independently

Prevocational experience with special needs populations is preferred. Support will be provided to obtain certification within the first year if needed.

Opportunity to Support Our Culinary Training Program:

Our kitchen is also home to The Culinary Program, which provides members with hands-on training in:

• Kitchen operations
• Food preparation
• Food safety certifications
• Skills that support future employment in the culinary field

Kitchen staff may have opportunities to support and mentor members participating in this training program, helping them build confidence and practical job skills.

Why Join Social Clubhouse?

• Paid training
• Paid sick leave up to 20 hours per year
• Paid holidays (6 observed holidays, up to 4 hours per holiday)
• Supportive team environment
• Meaningful work serving adults in recovery

What We Are Looking For:

• At least 1 year of food preparation experience
• Experience in a commercial or high-volume kitchen preferred
• NJ Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to lift 30 pounds
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable working independently

Bonus if you have experience in settings such as:

• Behavioral health programs
• Rehabilitation centers
• Hospitals
• Partial care or community programs

We are looking for someone who is interested in becoming a long-term part of our growing team.

Apply Today: Submit your résumé through this posting. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Social Clubhouse, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21