Prep Cook - Adolescent Residential Treatment Program

Embark Behavioral Health • Kansas City, MO

1d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our residential adolescent behavioral health program in Independence, MO, working a consistent Saturday-Wednesday, 11:00 AM-7:00 PM 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Experience with large-volume food preparation preferred
• ServSafe Certification or Food Handler Permit preferred

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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED