Cook

Phoebe Ministries; Emmaus (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Competitive Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Leave

Birthday Day Off

Appreciation Events

Mission-Driven Culture

Job summary

Phoebe Ministries in Emmaus, PA, is seeking a Part-time Cook to join our Chestnut Ridge at Rodale community. This 60+ retirement living project emphasizes wellness and upscale dining, blending Phoebe’s legacy with modern comfort.

The Cook will prepare menu items across dining venues, follow recipes, and support special events. Serve-Safe certification is required or must be obtained during probation. This role supports a mission-driven culture and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience and/or training in food production and service.
• Must be Serve-Safe certified or become Serve-Safe certified within probationary hire period.

Responsibilities

• Produce all menu items per production systems for preparation to transport to multiple serving areas and main dining venues.
• Follow set recipes and daily production worksheets; coordinate distribution of prepared menu items for events and daily meals at set times.
• Prepare food for all dining venues; maintain a clean and sanitary work environment; ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Culinary experience

Serve-Safe certification

Job description

Cook

Emmaus, PA

Phoebe Ministries is hiring a Part-time Cook to join our beautiful and brand-new Chestnut Ridge at Rodale community.

Farm to Table Cooking!

Chestnut Ridge at Rodale is Phoebe’s newest 60+ retirement community currently under construction in Emmaus. This wellness-focused community combines a lifestyle of luxury with Phoebe’s 120-year legacy of serving seniors. Through innovation and imagination, Chestnut Ridge reinvents the former Rodale campus into 126 apartments with upscale amenities and countless opportunities for vibrant living. Be at the forefront of worry-free retirement — discover how Chestnut Ridge at Rodale is raising the bar for active living!

Why You'll Love Working with Phoebe Ministries:

1. Comprehensive Health Coverage – Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
2. Competitive Pay – Earn rewarding pay for your skills and flexibility!
3. Tuition Reimbursement – Advance your career with our support.
4. Generous Paid Annual Leave – PLUS the ability to sell back unused time twice a year!
5. Paid Day Off for Your Birthday – Because your day is worth celebrating!
6. Employee Appreciation Events – Anniversary awards, recognition gift cards, and more.
7. Mission-Driven Culture – Join a team rooted in respect, integrity, and service.

Responsibilities for a Cook with Phoebe Emmaus:

Responsible for producing all required menu items, per production systems, for preparation to transport to multiple serving areas and main dining venues. Performs culinary duties in main production kitchen. Follows set recipes and daily production worksheets. Coordinates the distribution of the prepared menu items for all special events, functions and daily for each meal at set times. Prepares food for all dining venues. Performs all duties while maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment. Consistently meets food safety regulations while handling all food products and food storage.

Requirements for a Cook with Phoebe Emmaus:

1. Two years of related experience and/or training in food production and service.
2. Must be Serve-Safe certified or become Serve-Safe certified within probationary hire period.

Candidates who excel are those who can thrive in a positive and respectful Customer Driven Culture while embodying the organization’s Faith in Action Mission, Vision, and Values.

Phoebe is an equal opportunity employer.