Dietary Cook
Lorien Health Services•Taneytown, MD
•Onsite
About The Position
Lorien Taneytown is hiring a cheerful and enthusiastic Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, flavorful meals and contribute to residents’ well-being. The role involves exploring cooking methods and principles and incorporating them into existing dietary practices. The cook works with the dietary team in a healthcare community to prepare meals that meet residents’ nutritional needs while following established dietary, sanitation, food safety, and infection control practices. Part-time and PRN hours are available, with shifts from 5:45 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. or 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Requirements
- Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals in accordance with established dietary guidelines and batch cooking procedures.
- Follow sanitation, food safety, and infection control standards.
- Use proper knife skills and safe food-handling techniques.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
- Collaborate with the dietary team to support daily operations.
- Apply knowledge of dietary procedures to meet residents’ nutritional needs.
- Uphold integrity, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
- Assist team members as needed to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
Benefits
- 40 hours of PTO, accrued based
- Seven major holidays, with double time when worked
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee discounts
- Points and rewards program
- Attendance incentives
- Referral bonus program
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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