Dietary Cook

Lorien Health Services•Taneytown, MD

6d•$17 - $19•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 cook will use established dietary practices and guidelines, follow batch-cooking procedures, and collaborate with the dietary team to support daily kitchen operations. The position is available part-time or PRN, with shifts from 5:45 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. or 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Lorien Taneytown is a family-focused healthcare community in Carroll County. Its services include assisted living, specialty nursing care, in-house and outpatient rehabilitation, 24/7 nursing staff, and Flicks Pub. The organization describes its mission as providing patient-centered care supported by healthcare technology and delivering strong outcomes for residents and their families.

Requirements

Ability to safely lift, push, and pull 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Eagerness to explore new cooking methods and principles and incorporate them into existing dietary practices.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meals in accordance with established dietary guidelines and batch-cooking procedures.
Follow sanitation, food safety, and infection-control standards.
Demonstrate proper knife skills and safe food-handling techniques.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
Work collaboratively 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 support smooth and efficient kitchen operations.