Cook - Residential

Cook - Residential

Create nourishing meals and a welcoming kitchen as a cook at our adult residential program. Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm. If you love preparing food that brings people comfort and care, this role is for you. As a cook in our adult residential intensive residential treatment services (IRTS) program, you'll be at the heart of daily lifehelping create a safe, supportive, and home-like environment through healthy, well-prepared meals. Your attention to cleanliness, organization, and food safety supports our mission to promote wellness and inspire hope in every interaction.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys preparing meals with purpose, takes pride in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and wants to be part of a team dedicated to supporting adults on their recovery journey.

Department: Residential Services - Adult

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: O'Fallon - Pathways

Workplace type: Onsite

Compensation: $17.45 / hour

Reporting To: Cameron Hargrove

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean kitchen that meets state food safety regulations
• Prepare meals aligned with dietary menus and client needs
• Label, date, and rotate food to ensure freshness and safety
• Track inventory and maintain a three-day food supply at all times
• Coordinate with staff for special events or occasions
• Participate in required training and ongoing learning opportunities

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

High School/GED preferred

At least one (1) year experience in a related field, specifically working with persons with a developmental disability and/or mental illness, preferred

About Compass Health Network

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality care throughout Missouri. We provide a comprehensive range of integrated services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), Compass Health is uniquely positioned to meet the complex and evolving needs of the communities we serve. Our network includes

Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, allowing us to expand our impact and reach across the state. Each part of our organization contributes to our mission: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.

Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network, has been serving the St. Louis metropolitan area since 1982. While Adapt operates as a for-profit organization, it shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered mental health services. Adapt specializes in community-based support for adults with mental health conditions, focusing on recovery-oriented services such as psychosocial rehabilitation and case management that foster independence and meaningful community engagement.

Royal Oaks Hospital serves all acute behavioral health care inpatient needs for children and adolescents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our multi-disciplinary team continually strives to set the standards in patient safety and are committed to providing the highest quality of care. Royal Oaks Hospital believes in the health and wellbeing of our patients and it shows in the care they receive each and every day.

Why Join Us?

Whether you're joining Compass Health Network or Adapt of Missouri, you'll become part of a dedicated, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where your work is valued and your professional growth is encouraged. We offer:

• Competitive benefits
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Personal and professional development
• Licensure supervision
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program with Xponential access
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• National Health Service Corps loan repayment eligibility*

*Please note: While Compass Health Network is eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, positions with Adapt of Missouri are not eligible due to its for-profit status.

Your career, your impact. Whether you're beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you'll find purpose and opportunity with us. Join a team where your skills and compassion make a meaningful impactevery single day.

Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you! Equal Opportunity Statement Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.