**Job Title: Cook** Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and efficient Cook to accurately prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and cold food items for different meal periods including Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Special/Catered Events. This role involves working in a healthcare/retirement setting, providing high-quality food service while adhering to corporate and regulatory standards. Responsibilities + Prepare and cook to order foods that may require short preparation time. + May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte station and operate a grill station. + Prepare food in accordance with federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations. + Read food orders or receive verbal instructions and cook food accordingly. + Provide the highest quality of service to customers at all times. + Follow basic recipes and product directions for preparing and serving various foodstuffs. + Operate kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients, prepare fruits, vegetables, and meats. + Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, and plan production requirements. + Clean and sanitize workstations and equipment, following all company rules and procedures. + Attend all allergy and foodborne illness training sessions. + Comply with all safety and risk management policies and procedures. + Participate in regular safety meetings, training, and hazard assessments. + Receive inventory, move, lift foodstuffs, and prepare meals for special diets. + Produce batch goods using basic cooking techniques. Essential Skills + Proficient in food preparation and cooking techniques. + Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately. + Knowledge of safety and sanitation standards. + Excellent customer service skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with a la carte and grill station operations. + Ability to work under direct supervision using kitchen equipment. + Experience in healthcare or retirement community settings is a plus. Why Work Here? Join a nationally recognized company supporting a retirement community in Central PA. Enjoy consistent work without the fear of downsizing or layoffs, while contributing to the well-being of residents in a supportive environment. Work Environment Work in a healthcare/retirement setting with a smoke-free campus. The schedule includes shifts from 5am-2pm, 8am-4:30pm, and 11am-7:30pm, with rotating weekends and holidays. The environment is generally indoors with a noise level that is moderate to loud, and may occasionally involve supervising outdoor activities and events. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Mechanicsburg,PA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.