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Cook New Behavioral Health Hospital near Jacksonville FL - Opening Late Summer 2026

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:

Our leaders are equipped with the tools support and benefits they need to thrive:

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

If youre ready to lead with purpose and drive lasting impact in the behavioral health space we invite you to consider joining us at Coastal Pines Behavioral Health.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

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.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification where required by the state facility.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies changes in workload rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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