The Ember Campus Cook is responsible for assisting in creating, preparing, and cooking nutritional meals serviced at Ember Campus with the oversight of the Ember Nutrition Services Manager. This position must comply with nutrition and sanitation requirements while meeting food safety and licensure standards. This position is responsible for assisting in the collaboration, coordination, and documentation of food donations. While this position does not provide direct care to youth on campus, this professional will have regular contact with youth and is responsible for maintaining an atmosphere of safety and respect for youth served

 

 

 

We believe in your potential, we meet you where you are, and we invest in your future.

 

At YSS, you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about creating hope and opportunity. In addition to meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and a welcoming, fun, and safe environment, Full-time benefits include:

 

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Accrued PTO, plus paid time off for holidays, your birthday, and volunteering
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee recognition program
• Retirement offerings
• Training opportunities
• Personal wellness programs
• PSLF Program qualification
• Pet insurance discounts

We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this, we ask our staff to embrace YSS core values - Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and a “Can Do” Spirit. Additionally, we ask for the following:

 

 

 

 

One of Iowa's oldest and largest, youth-serving, nonprofit organizations, YSS's mission is to create hope and opportunity by putting kids first. We offer education, counseling, and stability to help youth succeed. With a diverse leadership team and a new 50-acre recovery campus opening in 2024, YSS is growing and evolving to meet the needs of our communities. For more about YSS, visit https://www.yss.org/.

 

 

 

YSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that our strength lies in the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We strive to create an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal opportunities to succeed. Our ongoing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion are central to our mission, and we are dedicated to continuous improvement in these areas.

 

YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.

 

Communication with applicants is done primarily via email from our Paycom system. Please check your messages regularly, including your spam/junk folder.

 

 

1. Application - Complete an online application at https://www.yss.org/ysscareers/.

 

2. Assessment – Applications are reviewed for qualifications and completeness.

 

3. Interview – Initial phone interviews or direct in-person/virtual interviews.

 

4. References – Submit names, titles, emails, and phone numbers for three or more references.

 

5. Pre-employment Screening – Applicants must submit background check waiver forms when they apply.

6. Offer – Selected applicants will receive a formal offer of employment in the Paycom system.

 

7. New Hire Meeting - The offer email provides details. You must have this meeting before you can begin work.