COOK
Listed on 2026-10-09
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Social Work
Youth Development
Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Part-Time Cook at The Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center (AJATC) in Bryant, Arkansas
AJATC is a secure residential program for at-risk male and female youth, located on 110 acres just outside of Little Rock, AR. Through our trained programming for staff, AJATC promotes a normalized high school experience, offers a safe environment and provides opportunities for positive change, as well as providing the unlimited potential for achievement and growth for students and staff. Our campus features residential student dormitories, on-site school and library, vocational training program, chapel, gymnasium, medical and an outdoor recreation area.
We welcome ALL who are passionate about making a difference! So, come as you are and grow with us.
Pay
: $16.00-$17.17 per hour based on education and experience.
(FULL-TIME ONLY) Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 30 days, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2
What you will do: As a Cook, you will prepare and serve nutritious, great-tasting meals for the youth and staff at the facility. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and dining area while working collaboratively as an active member of the food services team. Training is provided. However, candidates with previous food service experience and/or a current Serv Safe certification may be eligible to start above the entry-level pay rate.
Tobe considered you should:
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Have a current Serv Safe certificate.
- Have some kitchen experience, specifically in a residential setting
- Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test
- Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry
- must have a clean driving record as well as an active driver’s license.
Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time position available
After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Cook, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.
DedicatedDevoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
EnthusiasticShows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team PlayerWorks well as a member of a group
Detail OrientedCapable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations Preferred FlexibilityInspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Ability to Make an ImpactInspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Self-StarterInspired to perform without outside help
Work-Life BalanceInspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Education PreferredHigh School or better.
Experience PreferredHave a current Serv Safe certificate.
Licenses & Certifications RequiredServ Safe
Drivers License
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