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Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Schedule: Full Time, Days

Come join us in our journey of opening a brand-new hospital!

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a brand‑new 72‑bed behavioral health facility opening in 2026. We offer high‑quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need. Our teams provide evidence‑based, transformational care for a broad range of mental health concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment.

• Prepare, cook, and portion food according to standardized recipes, menus, and departmental procedures.
• Follow all patient diet orders and ensure meals align with prescribed dietary needs.
• Use production sheets to guide food preparation quantities and meet scheduled mealtimes.
• Maintain proper food temperatures during preparation and service per FDA Food Code standards.
• Properly label, date, store, and cool food items—including leftovers—according to policy.
• Record refrigerator, freezer, and dish machine temperatures as required, reporting any out‑of‑range readings immediately.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and verifying delivery invoices for food and supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels, use supplies efficiently, and report low stock to supervisors.
• Keep work areas clean and sanitized, following designated cleaning assignments and using approved chemicals.
• Perform dishwashing duties and store clean dishes and equipment to prevent contamination.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely, reporting any malfunctions promptly.
• Follow all infection control, safety, sanitation, and PPE requirements during daily tasks.
• Review patient diet orders, room changes, and discharges prior to each tray line service.
• Communicate concerns, improvement opportunities, and team needs to supervisors regularly.
• Participate in performance improvement activities, surveys, and leadership responsibilities as assigned.
• Always exhibit the company's core values of champion patient care, do the right thing, embrace individuality, act with kindness, and making a difference together.
• Other duties as assigned.

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:
  Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:
  Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being:
  Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Brand new facility:
  Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience:
  
  One year of experience in food service and/or preparation setting (restaurant, hospital, nursing center, hotel, etc.) preferred.
• License:
  Food Safety/Sanitation certification required as per state regulations.
• Additional Requirements:
  
  De‑escalation certification required within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a 72‑bed behavioral health hospital committed to offering exceptional care to the Lynchburg community. We are part of…