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Dietary Cook

Lorien Health Services
Taneytown, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/27/2026 CLOSED ON 2/17/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Cook position at Lorien Health Services?

Lorien Taneytown is hiring a Dietary Cook to join our dynamic team! We’re looking for a cheerful, enthusiastic cook who loves to experiment with new cooking techniques and bring fresh ideas to our dietary operations. If you take pride in preparing delicious, nutritious meals and enjoy making a positive impact on residents’ daily dining experience, this is the role for you!

💰 Compensation

  • $17.00-$19.00 per hour (based on experience)
  • Shift differentials available
  • Same Day Pay for all employees


🎯 Full-Time Benefits Package

  • PTO 40 hours vacation
  • 7 Major Holidays (Double time when worked)
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


🌟 Employee Perks & Rewards

  • Employee discounts
  • Earn points, earn rewards program
  • Attendance incentives
  • Referral bonus program
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities


Dietary Cook - Duties & Responsibilities

  • 🍳 Prepare and cook meals according to dietary guidelines and resident preferences
  • 🥗 Incorporate new cooking methods and techniques to enhance menu offerings
  • 🧼 Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment
  • 📋 Follow portioning, serving, and food safety standards
  • 🤝 Work closely with the dietary team to ensure smooth, efficient meal service
  • ❤️ Create enjoyable dining experiences for residents with quality, presentation, and taste
  • ✅ Must be 18 years of age or older to apply
  • 🍳 Previous cooking experience in a healthcare or assisted living setting is a plus!
  • Part Time
  • Schedule Every Other Weekend- 545a-215p
  • Every-other weekend availability (Saturday and Sunday)


Lorien Taneytown, located in beautiful Carroll County, MD near the southern PA border, is a vibrant Nursing Home and Assisted Living community offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, and both in- and outpatient therapy. We’re proud to be home to Flicks Pub, a favorite dining spot for our residents and the local community.

At Lorien Taneytown, we provide a family-focused atmosphere where both employees and residents feel valued and supported. Our commitment to excellence has been recognized nationally—recently voted Baltimore's Best Elder Care and Best Short-Term Rehab, Long-Term Care by US News & World Report 2022!

Join us and become part of a team where compassionate care, teamwork, and professional growth thrive.

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.

Salary : $17 - $19

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