Cook | Monday–Friday 10.00 AM–6.30 PM | Full-Time | $68,640 Salary

Amergis Staffing is seeking a reliable and skilled Cook for a full-time position supporting an adolescent behavioral health residential program. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining culinary skill with meaningful, purpose-driven work.

Position Overview

The Cook prepares fresh, balanced meals for clients and on-site staff, maintains kitchen safety and compliance, manages inventory, and ensures all dietary needs are met. This is a hands-on role requiring strong organization, consistency, and comfort working in a structured behavioral health environment.

Assignment Details

Modality: Cook

Openings: 1

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Hours: 40 per week

Start Date: 08/24/2026

Interview: 1st phone interview ? 2nd in-person Charting: None

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, balanced meals for clients and staff (lunch & dinner, M–F)

• Prepare reheatable meals for weekends

• Ensure continental breakfast items are stocked daily

• Prepare homemade AM and PM snacks Monday–Friday

• Follow nutrition standards and accommodate dietary needs (gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free, etc.)

• Review menus with clients individually for opt-outs and dietary restrictions

• Maintain inventory and shop 1–2 times weekly within budget

• Keep client refrigerator stocked with fruit, yogurt, string cheese

• Submit receipts monthly

• Monitor kitchen equipment and report issues

• Follow all food safety, storage, labeling, and disposal standards

• Maintain temperature logs for refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher

• Keep kitchen clean and organized

• Lock all kitchen sharps when not in use and maintain sharps log

• Provide meals/snacks for other regional programs when needed

• Perform additional duties assigned by Program Director

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma

• Food service & meal preparation experience – Required

• ServSafe or Food Handler certification – Required

• Must be 21+ years old

• Must pass LiveScan, federal/state background checks, and child abuse index

• Must be willing to interact with COVID-positive clients if needed

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience working with teens in behavioral health, school, or healthcare

• Desire to combine culinary skills with meaningful, mission-driven work

Submission Requirements

• Resume

• Interview availability

Compensation

Annual Salary: $68,640 (Full-time, exempt)

How to Apply

Qualified cooks with strong food-service experience and a passion for supporting youth programs are encouraged to apply promptly.

Contact: Tyler Figgis Email: [email protected] Phone: 813.371.7156

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Cook to prepare, season, and cook a wide variety of foods, some of which require special techniques, for hospital patients, employees and visitors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)

• Basic communication skills (full command of the English language).

• Ability to perform manual labor (up to 25 lbs).

• Able to stand for long periods of time and move around at a brisk pace.

• Able to work in cold/hot environments.

• Ability to perform line cooking.

• One year cook experience preferred.

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Admin

Job Function: Admin | Cook | Cook

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0671

Contract Duration: 52

Pay Rate: $1320 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-08-07T18:43:42