Cook

Fairmount Homes Inc; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch break

PTO

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Cafe discounts

Team environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Fairmount Homes in Ephrata, PA is seeking a Cook for a full-time position in our Dining Services Team. The role involves preparing meals for skilled nursing and personal care residents, maintaining high standards of food safety, and ensuring a positive dining experience in a team-oriented environment.

The position includes a 40-hour work week with every other weekend, shifts from early to late, and competitive wages with shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Experience with large quantity food preparation preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Basic culinary math skills.
• Strong hospitality mindset and genuine desire to serve others.
• Professional appearance and commitment to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to standardized recipes and dietary needs.
• Ensure food quality, nutritional standards, and safe food temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning and equipment care.
• Support special events and catering functions.
• Interact with residents during mealtimes.
• Help create a welcoming dining experience.
• Provide guidance to Dining Services team members in the absence of the Lead Cook.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Reading comprehension

Teamwork

Hospitality mindset

Job description

Cook – Full Time (40 Hours/Week)

Join Our Dining Services Team at Fairmount Homes!

Do you enjoy cooking and serving others in a meaningful way? Fairmount Homes is looking for a compassionate and dependable Cook to join our Dining Services Team! This full-time position supports our skilled nursing and personal care residents by preparing quality meals in a fun, team-oriented environment.

Located on a beautiful 70+ acre campus in rural Ephrata, PA, Fairmount Homes is a faith-based community founded on Christ’s love and Mennonite values. We strive to enrich the lives of those we serve every day — and we would love for you to be part of that mission!

Position Details

• Full-Time – 40 hours/week
• Includes every other weekend
• Schedule includes a combination of:
  • Early shifts: 5:30 AM–1:30 PM or 6:00 AM–2:00 PM
  • Later shifts: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Pay & Differentials

• $22.05–$23.85/hour
• +$1.00/hour evening shift differential for qualifying hours
• +$1.25/hour weekend shift differential

We offer competitive wages, great benefits, and opportunities for growth for motivated individuals who enjoy serving others and want to be part of a caring, mission-driven team.

Benefits

• Paid 30-Minute Lunch Break
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts at the Fairmount Café
• Supportive Team Environment
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

What You’ll Do

As a Cook At Fairmount, You Will

• Prepare meals according to standardized recipes and dietary needs
• Ensure food quality, nutritional standards, and safe food temperatures
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards
• Assist with kitchen cleaning and equipment care
• Support special events and catering functions
• Interact with residents during mealtimes
• Help create a welcoming dining experience
• Provide guidance to Dining Services team members in the absence of the Lead Cook

Qualifications

• Experience with large quantity food preparation preferred
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
• Basic culinary math skills
• Strong hospitality mindset and genuine desire to serve others
• Professional appearance and commitment to teamwork

Compensation details: 22.05-23.85 Hourly Wage