Cook
Listed on 2026-10-22
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Restaurant/Food Service
Cook & Chef, Food & Beverage, Catering
Location: Leola
Head Chef – Dining Services
Fairmount Homes | Ephrata, PA
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.
At Fairmount Homes, our dining experience is about more than food—it’s about creating comfort, connection, and joy for the people who call our community home.
We’re looking for a Head Chef who takes pride in their craft and enjoys leading a team in a fast-paced, service-focused kitchen. This role plays an important part in shaping the daily experience of our residents through quality meals and a positive, team-centered kitchen environment.
Position Details for Head Chef- Full Time – 40 hours/week
- Includes every other weekend
- Combination of early and evening shifts
- $26.35 – $28.50/hour
- +$1.00/hour evening shift differential
- +$1.25/hour weekend shift differential
We offer competitive wages, great benefits, and opportunities for advancement for motivated individuals who enjoy serving others.
What You’ll Do- Prepare meals according to recipes and standards, ensuring quality, consistency, and proper portioning
- Adjust meals to meet therapeutic and specialized dietary needs
- Lead and support kitchen team members during daily operations and meal service
- Help train and onboard new kitchen staff while promoting a positive team environment
- Interact with residents respectfully and help create a dining experience they enjoy
- Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and follow all food safety and sanitation standards
- Support menu planning, special events, and overall kitchen operations
- Four (4) years of experience in large-quantity food production
- Ability to lead and build a team in alignment with Fairmount’s Core Values and Dining Director expectations
- Paid 30-Minute Lunch Break
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Discounts at the Fairmount Café
- Supportive Team Environment
At Fairmount, our work is grounded in dignity, compassion, and community. Every role contributes to an environment where residents feel cared for and valued—and where team members feel supported and appreciated.
If you take pride in your work, enjoy leading others, and want to be part of a community where your role truly matters, we would love to connect with you.
Compensation details: 26.35-28.5 Hourly Wage
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