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Lead Cook

Acadia Healthcare


Job Location:

Germantown, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 17 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Under general direction implement menus and coordinate food preparation and serve meals.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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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Required Experience:

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About Company

Acadia Healthcare operates a network of premier behavioral healthcare facilities in the United States and Puerto Rico. Offering multiple levels of care for all populations.

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