Prep Cook (Full-time)

Moravian Manor; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Healthworks Membership

Wellness Program

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Moravian Manor Communities in Lititz, PA is seeking a full-time Prep Cook for the Owl's Nest Restaurant on our Warwick Woodlands campus. The role features a daytime schedule, 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m.

to 2:00 p.m., with occasional holiday coverage for special events. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, paid time-off, disability and life insurance, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and wellness

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum 1 year experience in general food service or on-the-job training.
• Some knowledge of nutrition and modified diets preferred.
• Some experience with banquets and buffets preferred.
• Some experience with garnishing techniques preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation and food safety procedures; ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and handles food in accordance with sanitary regulations established by the Pennsylvania Health Department.
• Assist Breakfast Cook with service, prep, and dishwashing.
• Estimates quantities of food needed and time required to meet menu requirements.
• Preps all food items on the menu according to recipe standards.
• Washes dishes as needed.
• Cleans equipment and work area according to procedures and cleaning schedules.
• Assists in set-up and serving at special functions as needed.

Skills

Food service

Nutrition knowledge

Sanitation & safety

Garnishing techniques

Banquet prep experience

Job description

Moravian Manor Communities, located in the charming town of Lititz, PA, is a respected not-for-profit senior living community with a 50-year tradition of serving older adults. We are currently seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join our dedicated Culinary Services team at the Owl's Nest Restaurant on our beautiful Warwick Woodlands campus.

This full-time opportunity offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a reliable daytime schedule. The Prep Cook will work 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Candidates must be available to work every other holiday and have some flexibility to work occasional alternate hours to assist with special events.

Benefits Offered to a FT Prep Cook:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits with low deductibles
• Generous Paid Time-Off
• Company Sponsored Disability Insurance
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Company Sponsored Retirement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Healthworks Membership
• FREE Employee Wellness Program

Responsibilities of a Prep Cook:

• Prepares and handles food in accordance with sanitary regulations established by the Pennsylvania Health Department.
• Help Breakfast Cook with service, prep, and dishwashing.
• Estimates quantities of food necessary to be pulled and time needed for preparation in order to meet the menu requirements.
• Preps all food items on the menu in accordance recipe standards
• Washes dishes as needed
• Cleans equipment and work area as assigned following established procedures and cleaning schedules.
• Assists in set-up and serving special functions as needed.

Requirements and Qualifications of a Prep Cook:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience and/or on the job training in general food service and preparation
• Some knowledge of nutrition and modified diets preferred.
• Some experience with preparing and setting up banquets and buffets preferred.
• Some experience with garnishing techniques preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation and food safety procedures
• ServSafe certification preferred

At Moravian Manor Communities, you’ll find more than a workplace — you’ll find a community that values connection, compassion, and growth. We foster a supportive culture where every team member is appreciated and empowered to make a difference. Our person-centered approach extends to both residents and employees, and we proudly embrace the diversity that makes our community strong. Here, we grow our next generation of leaders from within, offering training and development opportunities that help you thrive personally and professionally.

Moravian Manor Communities is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion (creed), national origin, age, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

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