Cook

Lorien Health Services; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Same-day pay

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Employee discounts

Engagement program

Professional development

Referral program

Attendance bonus

Job summary

Lorien Bel Air is seeking a Part-Time Prep Cook / Cook to join our culinary and nutrition services team. This role supports high-quality meals in a healthcare setting and emphasizes dietary compliance and teamwork.

Responsibilities include Batch cooking, knowledge of dietary procedures, sanitation, and knife skills. Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, be 18+, and may possess Serve Safe certification; training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Serve Safe Certification preferred.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds as part of duties.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Dietary procedures.
• Batch Cooking.
• Sanitation Knowledge.
• Proper Knife Skills.
• Integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Must be a team player with a strong work ethic and the willingness to help where and when it is needed.

Skills

Batch cooking

Sanitation knowledge

Knife skills

Dietary procedures

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Serve Safe Certification

Job description

Overview

Lorien Bel Air is currently seeking a Part-Time Prep Cook / Cook to join our culinary and nutrition services team. This role is ideal for a dependable, energetic cook who is passionate about food preparation, dietary compliance, and providing high-quality meals in a healthcare or senior living environment.

We are looking for a cheerful, enthusiastic culinary professional who enjoys learning new cooking techniques and applying them within established dietary guidelines. The right candidate will take pride in their work, collaborate well with others, and help create a positive dining experience for our residents.

Competitive Pay

• Starting at $17.00 per hour
• Same-Day Pay for All Employees!

Part-Time Benefits & Perks

• Paid Time Off – 40 hours (accrual-based)
• 7 Major Holidays – Double-time pay if you work the holiday
• Same Day Pay – Because life doesn’t wait, neither should you
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Engagement Program – Earn points, earn rewards
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Attendance Bonus

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Dietary procedures
• Batch Cooking
• Sanitation Knowledge
• Proper Knife Skills
• Integrity and a strong work ethic
• Must be a team player with a strong work ethic and the willingness to help where and when it is needed

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, a plus
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Serve Safe Certification, a plus
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Schedule & Availability

• Part-Time Hours
• 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM & 9:00 AM - 5:30 M (combined) 2 days per week
• Every other weekend availability (Saturday & Sunday)

Lorien Bel Air is proud to be one of thelargest combined skilled nursing and assisted living communities in Harford County. We’re recognized for our commitment to exceptional care, innovative technology, and award-winning services — including being named “Best Assisted Livingand Best Retirement Community”by The Daily Record's Reader Rankings.

Convenient Location: We’re located right off Rt. 924 in Bel Air, MD —just 20 minutes from White Marsh, Essex, and Edgewood, making your commute quick and easy.

If you're passionate about making a difference in a modern, growing facility that values both its residents and staff, Lorien Bel Air is the place to be.

Lorien Health Services is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.