--- title: Cook/Kitchen Associate Substance Abuse Treatment Center description: Zinnia Health is hiring for the Cook/Kitchen Associate Substance Abuse Treatment Center role. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/cook-kitchen-associate-substance-abuse-treatment-center-at-zinnia-health-01a1561a-94fe-753b-818e-83cf54cf3c5a date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Zinnia Health as Cook/Kitchen Associate Substance Abuse Treatment Center in Lake Arrowhead, CA. Pays $18–$20 per hour. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/4tzthq.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Zinnia Health | | **Location** | Lake Arrowhead, CA | | **Salary** | $18/hr - $20/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 19, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Zinnia Health sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 1 H-1B petition (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** Zinnia Health uses E-Verify. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $36,000 – $41,000 a year (median $40,000). ## Description Zinnia Health is a fast-growing integrated healthcare company. We value our employees and care for our clients. Do you have unique talents that you would like to share with others? We would love to have you join our team! - Competitive Pay - Career Development - Competitive Benefits & 401k - Values: Integrity, Teamplay, 1% Better Each Day We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented **Kitchen Associate/Cook** to support our residential substance abuse treatment program. In this role, you will help prepare and serve meals, maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, and ensure all food service activities follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines. This position plays an important part in supporting a therapeutic and supportive environment for our clients. **RESPONSIBILITIES** - Prepare and serve food according to established cooking standards and safety regulations. - Monitor food temperatures and ensure proper storage of cold and hot foods. - Maintain high standards of service, cleanliness, and kitchen organization. - Inspect and clean kitchen equipment; report or assist with maintenance needs. - Assist with temperature logs for refrigerators and freezers. - Maintain and update client allergy listings. - Prepare, handle, and portion ingredients for menu items. - Plate food items according to portion guidelines. - Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment following sanitation standards. - Label and date all food items; ensure proper storage and disposal of expired food. - Assist with grocery shopping, inventory, and food ordering as needed. - Support a safe and healthy kitchen work environment. - Work collaboratively with the Kitchen Manager, Cook, and other team members. - Perform other duties as assigned. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education:** - High School Diploma preferred. - Training or education in culinary arts or food preparation is a plus. **Certificates/Licenses:** - Food Handler or Food Safety Certificate (required where mandated). - CPR/First Aid/BLS (required or obtained upon hire). **Experience:** - 1+ year of experience in kitchen operations (prep cook, line cook, fry cook, expediter, etc.) preferred. - Experience in a licensed healthcare or residential facility (Joint Commission, CARF, etc.) is a plus. - Able to work independently. - Communicates effectively (both written and verbal) with clients and colleagues. - Organized, detail-oriented, multi-tasker, adaptable, and positive attitude. - Proven experience as a cook in a similar setting, preferably in a healthcare or substance abuse treatment facility. - Background check and drug screening are required during pre-employment. **Physical Requirements:** - Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and use hands for extended periods. - Ability to frequently lift/move up to **35 pounds**, and occasionally up to **50 pounds**. - Ability to move throughout the facility as required. ## Skills - Safety Regulations Compliance - Line Cook - Cleanliness - Joint Commission Accreditation - Cooking - Food Preparation - Physician - Kitchen Equipment Operation - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr) - Sanitation - Basic Life Support - CARF Accreditation - Kitchen Management - Attention to Detail - Maintenance - Food Safety Certification - Food Handler Certification - First Aid - Substance Abuse Counseling - Adaptability - Detail Oriented - Kitchen Operations ## Benefits - Professional Development - 401(k) Plans ## Related - [Hospitality & Food Service jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/hospitality-and-food-service?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Food & Beverage jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/hospitality-and-food-service/food-and-beverage?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Kitchen Assistant jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/hospitality-and-food-service/food-and-beverage/kitchen-assistant?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260752 jobs - [Mental Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/mental-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 26580 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)