Overview

Lorien Bel Air is currently seeking a Dietary Cook and Prep Cook to join our culinary and nutrition services team. This role is ideal for a dependable, energetic cook who is passionate about food preparation, dietary compliance, and providing high-quality meals in a healthcare or senior living environment. We are looking for a cheerful, enthusiastic culinary professional who enjoys learning new cooking techniques and applying them within established dietary guidelines. The right candidate will take pride in their work, collaborate well with others, and help create a positive dining experience for our residents.

Pay Rate

Starting at $17.00 per hour
Same-Day Pay for All Employees!

Full-Time Benefits

PTO: 80 hours vacation + 40 hours sick time (rollover available)
Personal Days
7 Paid Major Holidays
- Double time when worked for all hourly employees
CareFirst Medical Benefits
Tuition Assistance
HRA Fund
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Perks

Employee Discounts
Earn Points, Earn Rewards
Professional Development
Attendance Rewards
Referral Program

Responsibilities

High School diploma or GED, a plus
Must be at least 18 years old
Serve Safe Certification, a plus
Knowledge of Dietary procedures
Batch Cooking
Sanitation Knowledge
Proper Knife Skills
Integrity and a strong work ethic

Must be a team player with a strong work ethic and the willingness to help where and when it is needed

Qualifications

Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Schedule & Availability

Full-Time Hours
5:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM, and 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday) available

Lorien Bel Air is proud to be one of the largest combined skilled nursing and assisted living communities in Harford County. We’re recognized for our commitment to exceptional care, innovative technology, and award-winning services — including being named “Best Assisted Living and Best Retirement Community” by The Daily Record's Reader Rankings.

Convenient Location: We’re located right off Rt. 924 in Bel Air, MD — just 20 minutes from White Marsh, Essex, and Edgewood, making your commute quick and easy.

If you're passionate about making a difference in a modern, growing facility that values both its residents and staff, Lorien Bel Air is the place to be.

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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