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Cook - Full Time

Acadia Healthcare
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Dec 2025

About the role

Burkwood is seeking and individual for the Full-Time Cook position. This individual will be primarily responsible for the preparation of food and the clean up afterwards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

  • Ability to properly prepare, serve and store food.
  • An understanding of the sanitation procedures needed to provide a safe and healthy environment.
  • Ability to handle and prepare foods in accordance to the regulatory agencies.
  • Work under supervision on menu compliance and special diet compliance, and by direct observation of patient compliance.
  • Report any dietary non-compliance, concern or complaint of patients to supervisor.
  • Prepare foods according to standardized recipes, preparation, service methods, and food handling techniques to ensure quality.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Kitchen/Cooking/Cleaning commercial experience preferred.
  • Must work effectively in a team.
  • Must work flexible hours (to include weekends and holidays).

BENEFITS: 

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan + company match.
  • Paid vacation and sick time.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Disaster Relief
  • Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry.

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Acadia Healthcare

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