Temporary Clubhouse Generalist

Temporary Clubhouse Generalist (Culinary Coordinator Coverage)

Location:

Lantern House

Reports To:

Clubhouse Director

Cost Center:

Hours:

8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Monday–Friday)

The Temporary Clubhouse Generalist (Culinary Coordinator Coverage) supports clubhouse members through culinary and unit-based activities during a defined coverage period. Working alongside members, this role ensures continuity of kitchen operations, meal preparation, and member engagement while promoting skill development, wellness, and community participation within a Clubhouse International–accredited setting.

Member Engagement

• Work directly with clubhouse members to promote inclusion, participation, and shared responsibility within culinary activities.
• Encourage member involvement by emphasizing strengths, contributions, and collaboration while respecting individual limitations.

Culinary & Unit Operations

• Coordinate daily meal preparation, including menu execution, food shopping, and kitchen organization.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming kitchen environment in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Support continuity of Culinary Unit routines and daily workflow during the temporary coverage period.

Skill-Building & Support

• Facilitate hands‑on culinary activities and informal skill‑building opportunities focused on cooking, nutrition, and food safety.
• Support members in developing confidence, independence, and transferable skills through work‑ordered day activities.

Menu & Meal Support

• Work with members to follow established menus and support nutritious meal planning.
• Assist with adapting meals to meet program needs and member preferences.

Events & Activities

• Assist with planning and supporting clubhouse meals, holiday events, and culinary‑focused activities.
• Support promotion of activities using Canva, Microsoft Office, or other approved tools as needed.

• Work side‑by‑side with members in carrying out unit responsibilities.
• Foster relationships that reinforce members’ roles as valued contributors to the clubhouse community.
• Support member aspirations related to employment, education, housing, and social involvement.
• Provide practical guidance and support to members to encourage engagement and community integration.
• Collaborate with clubhouse staff to ensure smooth unit operations and cross‑coverage when needed.
• Assume responsibility for Culinary Unit operations during assigned shifts. (Other duties as assigned during the temporary coverage period.)

• Associates Degree or High school Diploma with 1 year experience in mental health field. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Non‑clinical community approach;
  Prior non‑clinical experience working with persons with mental illness is a preferred but not required.
• Highly developed communication and organizational skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Sheets, Google Docs.
• Must be able to manage multiple fast‑pace environment, with strong follow‑through.
• Be flexible in order to complete the necessary work of the Clubhouse including coverage of holidays, weekends, social activities and other special events.
• Must provide absence coverage for employment unit when needed.

• Responsible for the financial operations of the assigned unit under the direction of the Program Director.
• May supervise volunteers.

• Some Saturdays work required.
• Program is open on some holidays.