Cook's Assistant - Southwest
Department: Adult Residential Intensive
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: El Dorado Springs - Southwest Psychiatric Facility
Compensation: $16.45 / hour
Description
Support Healing in the Kitchen as a Cook's Assistant at Our Adult Psychiatric Hospital
Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday 8a-6p (with an hour lunch)
Looking to grow your skills in a role that makes a difference? As a Cook's Assistant, you'll help prepare nutritious meals that support the wellness and recovery of adults in our psychiatric hospital. More than just food prep, this role offers the opportunity to assist in life-skills development for clients, contribute to special events, and play a vital role in a clean, organized, and recovery-focused kitchen environment.
This is a great opportunity for someone who:
Enjoys working hands-on in the kitchen, values teamwork, and wants to make a meaningful impact by supporting both food service and client wellness in a behavioral health setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and serving healthy, appealing meals to clients and staff
- Maintain clean, sanitary kitchen and food prep areas
- Support group or individual client instruction in basic food skills or healthy eating habits
- Help document client participation in work therapy or skills training sessions
- Collaborate with the kitchen team on food ordering and inventory
- Prepare snacks and meals aligned with wellness and dietary goals
Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
High School/GED required
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Experience in food production preferred
- Ability to work within the facility as a team member and flexible to meet the needs of the facility and the clients we serve
You'll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
- Enjoy being in the kitchen and contributing to the success of a team
- Are passionate about helping others build skills for healthier living
- Take pride in keeping workspaces clean, safe, and organized
- Are flexible, dependable, and willing to learn in a healthcare environment
- Want a meaningful role that blends food service and client-focused support
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About Compass Health Network
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 Corp 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 impact-every 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.
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