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Dietary Cook

Crestwood Behavioral HealthBakersfield🇺🇸United StatesPosted 1 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey while working with a reputable organization committed to innovation and compassion. If you have a passion for culinary arts and thrive in a supportive environment, you'll find this position incredibly rewarding. Apply today to contribute your skills to a meaningful mission!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Location
Bakersfield, United States
Posted
13 hours ago
HTTPHTTPSMental HealthRecruiting

Job Description

Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join our Crestwood family!

For more than 50+ years Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities that support each client in their journey.  Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them to develop the skills to thrive!

Title: Dietary Cook

Job Summary: The Dietary Cook support all dietary or culinary requirements in service of the dietary needs of our clients in recovery. They will be expected to participate in all appropriate mandatory in-service classes. They will follow work schedule as assigned by supervisor and perform other position-appropriate tasks as assigned. The Dietary Cook shall fulfill these responsibilities in a timely manner as to meet the daily mealtime service requirements.

Schedule:

  • On-Call: AM & PM (Must be available weekends)

Qualifications:

  • A high school diploma/or equivalent is desired.
  • Previous experience in food service is preferred.
  • Knowledge of required sanitary techniques in food service.

Crestwood Offers Comprehensive Benefits Packages to Full-Time Employees Including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Sick Leave Buy Back
  • 401(k) Retirement
  • Scholarship Program
  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Holidays
  • Service Awards
  • Jury Duty Pay

About the Campus: Crestwood has provided Bakersfield residential mental health recovery services since 1998. The Crestwood Behavioral Health Center and Psychiatric Health Facility are innovative programs based on Crestwood’s commitment to providing mental health clients with a continuum of care that puts them on the road to recovery.

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The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay per hour at the time of posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to candidate's skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity. 
Pay Range:
$23—$23 USD

It’s About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets.

Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California’s leading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood. 

Check out our Career Page to learn more about being a part the Crestwood Family and the benefits available. https://workatcrestwood.com/

Crestwood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. We embrace all differences and are fully committed to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to ability during the application or recruiting process, please talk with your hiring contact/recruiter or send a request to HR@CBHI.net.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please review this link to provide information on how we collect and use your data. 

Crestwood is required to participate in the E-Verify program. To learn more, please see: E-Verify Participation,  Right to Work notices, or visit www.e-verify.gov.

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