Prep Cook

Prep Cook

Pay: $17 to $18 per hour

Location: 3205 N Twyman Rd, Independence, MO 64058

Hours: Saturday to Wednesday, 11am - 7pm

As a Prep Cook in our residential treatment environment at Embark Independence, you'll play an important role in preparing daily meals for the teens and staff we serve. You'll work alongside the culinary team to prepare fresh, nutritious food that contributes to consistent, dependable mealtimes.

Each shift, you'll assist with meal preparation and cooking, participate in daily meal service, and maintain a clean and organized kitchen. Your work helps provide students with structure and routine during their day, reinforcing a stable environment where they can focus on growth and recovery. By modeling our core values, you'll contribute to a safe, therapeutic setting designed to promote healing and progress.

Responsibilities

• Help ensure consistent, well-run mealtimes for students and staff by contributing to daily dining operations.
• Prepare and portion meals in coordination with kitchen staff for both students and staff.
• Prep ingredients and meals in advance, including weekends, to maintain efficient service.
• Chop, peel, wash, and prepare ingredients according to recipes and food safety standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and appropriately (knives, mixers, blenders, etc.) during daily meal preparation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, including dishes, work surfaces, and waste areas.
• Assist with additional hours or coverage during busy periods or staff absences as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Considerable knowledge of food service operation including large quantity food preparation; general nutrition; receiving and food storage; food service sanitation and safety.
• Skilled in operating various institutional and commercial kitchen equipment.
• 2-3 years minimum cooking experience.
• ServSafe or Food Handlers certification, 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, and paid parental leave.

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience through the diversity of our employees and community, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff.