• Ephrata, PA
  • $22.05–$23.85 Per Hour
5 days ago

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

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!



Compensation details: 22.05-23.85 Hourly Wage





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Numbers & Facts

LocationEphrata, PA
Salary$22.05–$23.85 Per Hour

Skills

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  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Food Qualityunmatched
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  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Personal Careunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Sanitationunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched

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