Cook Manager

Fairmount Homes Inc; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmount Homes is seeking a Cook Manager to lead our dining services team on the Ephrata campus. This hands-on leadership role oversees meal preparation, staff mentorship, kitchen operations, and collaboration with the Dietitian on menus and recipes.

The ideal candidate brings four years of large-quantity food production and leadership experience, ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain it, and a calm, organized approach to a busy kitchen serving older adults.

Qualifications

• Four years of large-quantity food production and leadership experience required.
• ServSafe Certification, or willingness to complete ServSafe training.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Ability to stay calm, organized, and solution-focused in a busy kitchen.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and commercial kitchen practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, appealing meals according to recipes, menus, and resident dietary needs.
• Lead, support, and mentor cooks and other culinary team members.
• Coordinate daily kitchen operations and lead team huddles.
• Work with Dining leadership and the Dietitian on menu planning, standardized recipes, and preparation.
• Assist with food inventory, ordering, and vendor coordination.
• Help plan and prepare meals for the Bistro, resident dining, catering functions, and special events.
• Maintain food quality, portion, temperature, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Ensure kitchens are clean, organized, and operating according to regulatory requirements.
• Assist with onboarding and training new culinary team members.
• Interact with residents during meals and help ensure a positive dining experience.

Skills

Large-quantity food production

Leadership experience

ServSafe certification

Communication skills

Job description

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Cook Manager

Dining Services 40 hours/week Ephrata, PA, US 2 Attachments

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1490

Salary Range: $26.35 To $28.50 Hourly

Cook Manager – Dining Services

Bring Your Leadership and Love of Food to Fairmount

Do you enjoy creating great food, leading a team, and knowing your work makes a difference? Fairmount Homes is seeking an experienced and dependable Cook Manager to help lead our culinary team and provide delicious, nutritious meals that our residents look forward to each day.

Located on a beautiful 70+ acre campus in rural Ephrata, Pennsylvania, Fairmount Homes is a faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community founded on Christ's love and Mennonite values. Our mission is simple: to enrich the lives of those we serve.

As Cook Manager, you'll be a hands-on leader in our kitchens, working alongside the culinary team to prepare meals, maintain high standards, mentor team members, and create a positive, well-organized kitchen environment.

• Full-Time: 40 hours per week
• Combination of early and late shifts
  • Early Shift: 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM
  • Late Shift: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Includes every other weekend
• Some holiday availability required
• Pay Range: $26.35 – $28.50 per hour
• Evening Shift Differential: $1.00/hour

What You'll Do

As our Cook Manager, you'll combine your culinary skills with leadership to help our Dining Services team deliver an exceptional experience for residents.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare high-quality, appealing meals according to recipes, menus, and resident dietary needs
• Lead, support, and mentor cooks and other culinary team members
• Coordinate daily kitchen operations and lead team huddles
• Work with Dining leadership and the Dietitian on menu planning, standardized recipes, and preparation
• Assist with food inventory, ordering, and vendor coordination
• Help plan and prepare meals for the Bistro, resident dining, catering functions, and special events
• Maintain food quality, portion, temperature, sanitation, and food safety standards
• Ensure kitchens are clean, organized, and operating according to regulatory requirements
• Assist with onboarding and training new culinary team members
• Interact with residents during meals and help ensure a positive dining experience
• Help resolve kitchen challenges calmly and efficiently while keeping the team focused and supported

What We're Looking For

• Four years of large-quantity food production and leadership experience required
• Long-term care or healthcare dining experience preferred
• ServSafe Certification, or willingness to complete ServSafe training
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Ability to stay calm, organized, and solution-focused in a busy kitchen
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and commercial kitchen practices
• Ability to follow recipes and complete basic culinary calculations
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable using basic computer programs and technology
• Genuine desire to serve older adults and support Fairmount's mission and values
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and meet the physical demands of a busy kitchen environment

Why Fairmount Homes?

At Fairmount Homes, food is about more than preparing a meal. It's an opportunity to bring people together, create comfort, and make someone's day a little brighter.

Our team is guided by our core values of Dignity, Compassion, Trust, Teamwork, Integrity, Quality, and Community. We offer competitive wages, strong benefits, opportunities for growth, and a supportive workplace for individuals who are committed to serving others.

If you're an experienced cook who is ready to take the next step in leadership, or an established culinary leader looking for meaningful work in a caring community, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your culinary skills, leadership, and heart for service to Fairmount Homes!