Dietary Cook

Overview

Lorien Taneytown is hiring a Dietary Cook to join our healthcare community!

We are seeking a cheerful and enthusiastic cook who is eager to explore new cooking methods and principles and incorporate them into our existing dietary practices.

 

This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in preparing nutritious, flavorful meals and contributing to the overall well-being of our residents. 

Pay Rate

$17.00 – $19.00 per hour

Full-Time Benefits Package

• PTO: 80 hours vacation + 40 hours sick time (rollover available)

• Personal Days

• 7 Paid Major Holidays (Double time when worked)

• CareFirst Medical Insurance

• Tuition Assistance

• HRA Fund

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

 Employee Perks & Rewards

• Employee discounts

• Earn points, earn rewards program

• Attendance incentives

• Referral bonus program

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

 

 

 

Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with established dietary guidelines and batch cooking procedures

• Follow all sanitation, food safety, and infection control standards

• Demonstrate proper knife skills and safe food-handling techniques

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment

• Work collaboratively with the dietary team to support daily operations

• Apply knowledge of dietary procedures to meet resident nutritional needs

• Uphold integrity, professionalism, and a strong work ethic

• Assist team members as needed to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations

Qualifications

 

• Part-Time, PRN Hours Available 
• Schedule:5:45a-2:15p/11a-7:30p
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

 

 

Come Join Our AMAZING Team at Lorien Taneytown! 

Nestled in the beautiful, rural setting of Carroll County, Lorien Taneytown is more than just a healthcare facility — we’re a family-focused community where employees and residents alike are treated with compassion, respect, and care. 

 

We’re proud to offer a full range of services, including: 

• Assisted Living 

• Specialty Nursing Care 

• In-house & Outpatient Rehabilitation 

• 24/7 Nursing Staff 

• And our very own Flicks Pub — open to residents and the public! 

 

At Lorien Taneytown, we go beyond the basics. Our mission is to exceed expectations by providing patient-centered care backed by the latest healthcare technology, delivering exceptional outcomes for both residents and their families. 

If you’re looking to work in a place that feels like home and values your contributions, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and become part of something truly special! 

 

Award-Winning Care: Proudly recognized as “Best Assisted Living” and “Best Retirement Community” by The Daily Record's Reader Rankings and by U.S. News & World Report- 2026 Best Nursing Homes for Long Term Care and Short Term Rehab. 

 

Lorien Health Services is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status

 

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