Cook

Overview

We are seeking two full-time Cooks who, under general direction, implements menus and coordinate food preparation and serve meals. Coastal Pines will be a modern, purpose-built facility and a cornerstone of behavioral health care in Northeast Florida, designed to meet the growing demand for high-quality psychiatric services in the region. The 144-bed behavioral health hospital, located in St. Johns, will offer a full continuum of services including inpatient psychiatric care, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT).

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package including performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match through Acadia Healthcare
• Equity/stock-based incentive awards for long-term financial growth
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick days

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred
• Two or more years' experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility