Job Description

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 – Full-Time

📍 Freedom Detox with Pyramid Healthcare – Gastonia, NC

💰 $18.00–$20.00 per hour

🕒 Full-Time | Tuesday–Saturday | 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Cook with Purpose. Make a Difference Every Day.

Freedom Detox with Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a dependable and experienced Full-Time Cook to join our team in Gastonia, NC. If you take pride in preparing quality meals, enjoy working in a professional kitchen, and want a consistent daytime schedule, this is an opportunity to use your skills to make a meaningful difference.

Our kitchen prepares meals for approximately 18–22 clients per meal in a supportive healthcare environment. As our Cook, you will play an important role in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to individuals as they focus on their recovery.

What You'll Do

As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized kitchen.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to established menus, recipes, and dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals are prepared on time while maintaining quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion-control guidelines.
• Prepare meals that accommodate special dietary needs when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen in accordance with food safety standards.
• Monitor and document food and equipment temperatures.
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Receive, rotate, and properly store food and kitchen supplies.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report maintenance concerns promptly.
• Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach when interacting with clients, visitors, and team members.
• Complete required cleaning, inventory, and kitchen documentation.
• Follow all applicable health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Participate in required training and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and kitchen safety.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a busy kitchen environment.

Preferred:

• Five (5) years of kitchen or commercial food service experience.
• Experience working in healthcare, behavioral health, institutional, or high-volume food service.
• ServSafe Certification or willingness to obtain after hire.

What Makes You Successful

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about preparing nutritious, quality meals.
• Dependable, professional, and customer-focused.
• Organized with strong attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Calm and solution-oriented in a busy environment.
• Committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming kitchen.
• Comfortable working independently while being part of a supportive team.

Why Join Freedom Detox with Pyramid Healthcare?

• $18.00–$20.00 per hour
• Full-Time employment
• Consistent Tuesday–Saturday schedule
• 10:00 AM–6:00 PM shift
• No overnight shifts
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals in recovery.
• Stable, mission-driven healthcare organization.
• Opportunities for professional growth within Pyramid Healthcare.

Make an Impact Through the Work You Do

The meals you prepare are an important part of creating a safe, supportive, and structured environment for individuals in recovery. If you're a dependable Cook who takes pride in your work and wants to make a difference every day, we'd love to have you join Freedom Detox with Pyramid Healthcare in Gastonia, NC.

Apply today!

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.