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Cook's Assistant Southwest


Job Location:

El Dorado Springs, MO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 12 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Support Healing in the Kitchen as a Cooks Assistant at Our Adult Psychiatric Hospital
Schedule: Sunday-Tuesday & Thursday 7AM-6PM

Looking to grow your skills in a role that makes a difference As a Cooks Assistant youll 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

Youll 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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Required Experience:

Junior IC


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Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness. CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT: 844-853-8937 (TOLL FREE) BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CRISIS CENTERS: 833-356-2427 (TOLL FREE) BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CRISIS LINE: 988 Through compassionate, high-quality care, we guide individuals on their journey toward improved physical and ... View more

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