Overview

Lorien Encore is currently seeking a Dietary 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 $18.00 / 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 Program
Professional Development Opportunities
Attendance Rewards
Employee Referral Program

Responsibilities

High School diploma or GED, a plus
Must be at least 18 years old
Serve Safe Certification, a plus
Prepare and cook meals in accordance with dietary requirements, physician orders, and sanitation standards
Perform batch cooking while maintaining food quality and consistencyFollow
Proper food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures
Demonstrate proper knife skills and safe equipment use
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen environment

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

Part-Time Hours - 6:30 AM - 2:30 PM (16 hours per week)
Full-Time Hours - 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Every other weekend availability required (Saturday & Sunday)

Welcome to Encore at Turf Valley – Where Your Career Shines as Bright as Our Campus!

Set on a beautiful country club campus with a stunning five-star facility, Encore at Turf Valley offers more than just an impressive setting — we offer a workplace built on heart, teamwork, and purpose. Since 2010, we’ve been an industry-leading healthcare campus, and our real strength lies in the people who make it all happen — our all-star team of compassionate, dedicated professionals who support each other like family.

As part of Lorien Health Services, a recognized leader in healthcare innovation, we use cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking practices to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. But here, your growth matters too.

At Encore, you won’t just come to work — you’ll build a future, gain experience, and have the full support of a leadership team that works side-by-side with you. Our mission is simple: to help every team member, every family member, and every resident write their own success story.

Ready to start yours? Believe it — and apply today.

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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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