Job Description

Cook's Assistant - Southwest

Department: Adult Residential Intensive

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: El Dorado Springs - Southwest Psychiatric Facility

Compensation: $16.45 / hour

Support Healing in the Kitchen as a Cook’s Assistant at Our Adult Psychiatric Hospital
Schedule: Two 10 hour shifts a week, 7a-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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