About Hygea Healthcare

At Hygea Healthcare, we are committed to transforming lives by addressing substance use disorders with compassion, innovation, and inclusivity.

🌱 Our Mission
Our mission is to build an ecosystem of substance abuse treatment facilities that offer a full continuum of care—serving anyone in need, regardless of socioeconomic status or payer type. We deliver best-in-class, unbiased treatment, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based practices to ensure the highest quality outcomes for every individual who walks through our doors.

🔭 Our Vision
We envision a future where every community has access to comprehensive addiction care. Through rigorous research and model validation, we aim to expand Hygea Healthcare's presence throughout Maryland and the Northeast, creating a seamless network of care that supports long-term recovery and community well-being.

💛 Our Core Values
Everything we do is guided by our five core values:

• Health – Prioritizing physical, mental, and emotional wellness

• Hope – Inspiring belief in recovery and brighter tomorrows

• Happiness – Creating environments that foster joy and purpose

• Humility – Serving with respect, empathy, and a learner’s mindset

• Humor – Embracing lightness and human connection along the journey

At Hygea, we don’t just treat addiction—we support healing, restore dignity, and empower lives.

Shift: Full-Time, (11:00 am – 7:00 pm), 5 days per week

Join Hygea Healthcare's dedicated team and play a vital role in our patient care mission!

Hygea Healthcare is seeking a committed and detail-oriented Overnight Cook to join our food service team. This is a critical, full-time role responsible for preparing and presenting nutritious, high-quality meals that support the wellness and recovery of our patients. If you are a reliable professional with a passion for cooking and strict adherence to hygiene standards, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and Produce: Execute all aspects of meal preparation (breakfast, and potentially prep work for lunch/dinner) following established recipes and menus with consistency and precision.
• Safety and Sanitation: Maintain impeccable sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen, strictly adhering to all local health codes and Hygea Healthcare's compliance policies (JCAHO/COMAR standards).
• Patient Focus: Ensure all meals are prepared to accommodate documented dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests as directed by the kitchen supervisor.
• Inventory and Organization: Assist with receiving, rotating, and stocking inventory, and ensure the kitchen is clean and prepared for the daytime staff.
• Overnight Operations: Manage kitchen operations independently during the overnight hours, including monitoring food temperatures and securing the kitchen area at the end of the shift.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience as a Cook or in institutional food service, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of proper food handling and storage techniques.
• Exceptional attention to detail, especially regarding portion control, dietary restrictions, and safety protocols.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Why Hygea Healthcare?

As a member of the Hygea Healthcare team, you will be supporting a facility dedicated to providing compassionate care. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and the opportunity to make a difference in the daily lives of our patients.

Apply Today!

If you are ready to use your culinary skills to support health and healing, please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time
to time, as needed. At any time, Hygea Healthcare may initiate temporary or permanent transfer of any employee to any Hygea Healthcare site in response to the needs of the
organization and/or the needs of staff members. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.