Dietary Cook - Adolescent Residential Treatment Center

Cook

Hourly pay rate: $21.00 - $23.00, DOE

Full-Time, On-site position

Location: 5401 W. Ninth Street Greeley, Colorado 80634

Do you enjoy creating nutritious, delicious meals and making a positive impact on the lives of others? We are seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team in Greeley, Colorado. In this role, you'll help provide daily meals and snacks for youth and staff in a mission-driven, therapeutic environment where food plays an important role in creating comfort, community, and connection.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals in accordance with established menus and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served safely while maintaining sanitation standards.
• Assist with menu execution, food inventory, ordering, and stock rotation.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special meal requests as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with team members to create a welcoming dining experience for students and staff.
• Follow all local, state, and company health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Age: 21+ years of age or older
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D required. Associates or bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice or minimum of 2 years' experience working in Human Services.
• Skills: in preparation of a variety of foods, presentation, problem-solving, and cleanliness
• Experience: Min of 2 years' experience in food service, meal preparation, or commercial kitchen settings preferred.
• Certifications: Food Handler's Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire) preferred.
• Background Checks: Must pass pre-employment drug screen and federal and state background check in concordance with Colorado state laws.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage: Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match: Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays: Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for life's challenges.

There is no predetermined closing date for this job opportunity. The employer will accept applications until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

Embark does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.