Prep Cook - Adolescent Residential Treatment Program

Location: 3205 N Twyman Rd, Independence, MO 64058

About the role

Join our residential adolescent behavioral health program in Independence, MO, working a consistent schedule preparing meals for teens and staff. As a Prep Cook, you'll help provide nutritious meals in a structured residential treatment setting that supports adolescents on their path toward wellness and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion fresh meals and ingredients for adolescents and staff in a residential behavioral health setting.
• Support daily meal service by working closely with the culinary team to ensure timely, consistent, and high-quality food preparation.
• Complete food prep tasks including chopping, slicing, washing, marinating, and recipe preparation while meeting food safety and sanitation standards.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely, including mixers, blenders, slicers, and other food preparation tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready kitchen by following ServSafe principles, sanitation procedures, and infection prevention practices.
• Assist with inventory organization, food storage, labeling, and stock rotation (FIFO) to support efficient kitchen operations and reduce waste.
• Contribute to a positive team environment by helping with meal coverage, special dietary needs, and high-volume food production as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old
• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2-3 years of cooking or food preparation experience
• Experience with large-volume food preparation preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food storage, and kitchen operations
• ServSafe Certification or Food Handler Permit preferred

Benefits

• Proven Positive Outcomes: You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescents' lives.
• Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families, which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
• Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes:
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid licensure renewal
  • CEU reimbursement
  • Long-term disability
  • 401K with company matching
  • PTO
  • Paid parental leave

Pay

$17.00 to $19.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Schedule

Saturday-Wednesday, 11:00 AM-7:00 PM