Cook
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
- Combination of early and evening shifts
Pay & Differentials
- $22.05 – $23.85/hour
- +$1.00/hour evening shift differential
- +$1.25/hour weekend shift differential
We offer competitive wages, great benefits, and opportunities for advancement for motivated individuals who enjoy serving others.
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
Apply Today!
If you are looking for meaningful work in a caring community where you can make a difference every day, we encourage you to apply and join the Fairmount Homes team!