About this role
Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.
Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.
Cook
Location: Pyramid Healthcare – Newport News, VA
Schedule: Full-Time | 11:00am–7:00pm | Every Other Weekend Required
Compensation: $15.00–$17.00 per hour (based on experience)
Pyramid Healthcare at Newport News is proud to provide structured, client-centered treatment for adults navigating recovery from Substance Use Disorders. Our compassionate leadership and dedicated care teams support clients in reclaiming their health and independence through evidence-based practices and individualized care.
We are currently seeking a Cook to join our culinary team and contribute to the overall wellness of our clients. If you’re passionate about good food, organization, and supporting a mission-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Prepare nutritious and appetizing meals for clients
Ability to prepare gluten-free, organic, vegan, and other specialty meals as needed
Maintain clean and organized food storage areas
Monitor equipment and food temperatures consistently
Maintain a sanitary kitchen environment in accordance with health and safety regulations
Model and ensure proper personal hygiene for yourself and food service personnel
Manage appropriate portion control for all meals served
Supervisor Responsibilities
None
Required Qualifications
Licensure, Education & Experience
Previous dietary or kitchen experience preferred; willingness to learn and attend required facility trainings is welcomed
SERVSAFE certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
Pyramid CORE Values:
We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.
Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Referral Bonus opportunities
- And More!
Want to know more?
To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.
Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Other facts
About Pyramid Healthcare
Welcome to Pyramid Healthcare.
A premier provider of high quality, behavioral health care founded in 1999 and headquartered in central Pennsylvania, we operate over 80 facilities across the Commonwealth, New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia and West Virginia and offer a full continuum of mental health, substance use and and recovery services for adults and teens.
Our dedicated admissions representatives are available to schedule confidential assessments and admissions, recommend appropriate treatment options, assist with insurance verification and facilitate complimentary transportation to and from our detoxification and inpatient program locations.
Our facilities are accredited by CARF or The Joint Commission and staffed by licensed and qualified professionals.
What you'll do
- The Cook is responsible for preparing nutritious and appetizing meals for clients while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. This includes monitoring food temperatures and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
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