JOB DETAILS

Dietary Cook

CompanyUnique Homes & Lumber
LocationHarrisburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 14, 2026
About The Company
At the Villas of Holly Brook our goal is to be a leader in providing compassionate quality senior care, focusing on the unique needs of our residents and their families. We are committed to fostering an environment that promotes dignity, respect, positive communication and the "whole"​ person - mind, body and spirit. You've worked hard all your life to make sure your retirement years are comfortable and secure. NOW IS THE TIME to set your pace to a more relaxed and worry-free lifestyle! NOW IS THE TIME you let someone else tend to ALL the tasks of daily living. You will be served a healthy, flavorful and satisfying meal without the hassle of shopping, cooking, and clean-up. If you're ready to experience all the comforts of home - your home - without the work and worry, NOW IS THE TIME to move to The Villas of Holly Brook! Enjoy senior community living with exceptional benefits with your new friends and neighbors at the Villas of Holly Brook!
About the Role

Overview
Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a leading operator of assisted living, and memory care communities in more than 25 locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. We are the residence of choice for more than 1,400 seniors, and the workplace of choice for more than 1,000 employees. We create vibrant communities where older adults can thrive and participate, know that their contributions are valued, and enjoy access to opportunities and support that help them continue making a difference in our world.

Responsibilities
Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community. Ensure that all meals are prepared and presented according to Company standards.


•Provide a high level of customer service and promote a restaurant style dining atmosphere.
•Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
•Responsible for the opening and/or closing of the kitchen.
•Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
•Ensures that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to Company standards.
•Participate in preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
•Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer.
•Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
•Adhere to Quality Enhancement standards and standard food safety practices.
•Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
•Will attend pre-meal stand up in kitchen prior to meal service.
•May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications
•High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
•Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a cook in a hospitality or healthcare environment preferred
•Food handlers permit as required by state law and/or Company standards.
•Able to read and follow recipes and printed production guides, cleaning schedules, and logs.
•Weekends required

Benefits

Offered to full time staff 
 
•Medical, dental, vision insurance 
 
•Paid time off Accrues Immediately!
 
•Life Insurance paid by company 
 
•Short term Disability 
 
•Long term Disability 
 
•Accident Insurance 
 
•401k with match starting immediately upon hire  

Benefits for all staff 

•DailyPay © (Advanced pay product). Work today, Get paid tomorrow! 

•Discount meals while working: $3/meal


 
 
 
Villas of Holly Brook, Reflections Memory Care and Villas of South Park are an equal opportunity employer.

Key Skills
Food preparationCookingKitchen sanitationFood safetyMenu executionCustomer serviceRecipe adherenceTemperature documentationInventory managementKitchen maintenance
Categories
Food & BeverageHealthcareHospitality
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offLife insuranceShort term disabilityLong term disabilityAccident insurance401k with matchDailyPayDiscount meals
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and company standards. They must also maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment while providing excellent customer service.
📋Job Type
30 to 40 hours full time
💰Salary Range
$17 - $19
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
325
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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