Institutional Cook - Balanced Menus & Team Leadership

Acadia Healthcare; Spring Plains (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

White Deer Run York Davies is seeking a full-time cook to join the team. A High School Diploma or GED is expected, with some kitchen experience preferred.

The role requires coordinating food preparation, serving meals, and ensuring quality and safety in a health-focused setting. Responsibilities include directing kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, inventory, and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards while collaborating with leadership and dietitians to offer varied,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in institutional food service.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety certification required where state allows.

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 for cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Food preparation

Inventory management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary training preferred

Job description

White Deer Run York Davies is seeking a full-time cook to join the team. A High School Diploma or GED is expected, with some kitchen experience preferred.

The role requires coordinating food preparation, serving meals, and ensuring quality and safety in a health-focused setting. Responsibilities include directing kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, inventory, and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards while collaborating with leadership and dietitians to offer varied,