Residential Cook

Location: Bend, Oregon
Schedule: Wednesday–Saturday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
Pay: $21.25–$24.00/hour (based on experience)

Are you passionate about cooking and looking for a meaningful role where your meals truly matter? Join Embark Behavioral Health Bend as a full-time cook and help nourish the minds and bodies of youth on their healing journey.

About Us

We are a residential treatment program supporting youth ages 10–17 who are navigating behavioral and mental health challenges. Our family-style residence fosters connection, growth, and healing. Food plays a vital role in that journey—and that’s where you come in.

• Prepare and serve nutritious, homemade meals, snacks, and desserts for 10–20 people daily, accommodating various dietary needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and dining area, including dishwashing duties.
• Follow all health department regulations for food prep, storage, and sanitation.
• Build positive relationships with clients and staff through kindness, consistency, and professionalism.
• Participate in mandatory trainings related to cooking, food safety, and behavioral health to support a safe and therapeutic environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Age 21+
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Oregon Food Handler’s certification
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Experience preparing healthy meals and accommodating dietary restrictions
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Positive attitude, reliability, and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ year experience in a residential or institutional setting
• Experience cooking for groups of 15+ people
• Familiarity with youth care environments

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, and paid parental leave
• Paid Time Off and holiday pay (time and a half)
• A chance to make a lasting impact on youth and their families
• A workplace rooted in empathy, trust, service, growth, and results

If you’re ready to bring warmth, nourishment, and joy to a healing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Embark Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.