COOK

✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Cook at The Lewisville Juvenile Treatment Center (L.J.T.C.) in Lewisville, Arkansas✨

The Lewisville Juvenile Treatment Center (L.J.T.C.), nestled in the serene setting of rural Lafayette County, is dedicated to transforming the lives of at-risk young males. Our structured environment promotes self-discipline, self-respect, and motivation. We are looking for passionate individuals who value education, personal growth, and the power of second chances. At L.J.T.C., you’ll join a committed team making a profound difference, inspiring and guiding youth toward success. This isn’t just a job—it’s your chance to impact lives in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere.

Pay: $16.00 - $17.17 per hour based on education and experience.

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 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 (https://riteofpassage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/ROP-benefits-perks-2024-v2.pdf)

What you will do: As a Cook, you will ensure that healthy and tasty food is prepared and served to the youth and staff on-site, help maintain the cleanliness and safety of the kitchen and dining area, as well as being an active team player within the department. Training will be provided, however if you have related experience and/or Serv-Safe certification, you may be eligible to start above entry-level.

To be considered you should: Be at least 21 years of age ~ 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 Available AM Shift: 4:30AM – 1:00PM PM Shift: 11:00AM – 7:30PM

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

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.

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Experience

• Ensures that healthy and tasty food is prepared in accordance with all Federal, State, Local, Tribal, and national School Lunch and Breakfast Program requirements. Performs duties in the prepping and cooking of food. Ensures the safety, health and welfare of staff and students at all times. Provides encouragement, guidance and resources to staff and students when needed.18. Treats others with respect, confronts negative behavior and supports confrontations.

Education

• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Drivers License

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

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