Dietary Cook

Overview

Lorien Columbia is hiring a Dietary Cook to join our healthcare community!

We are seeking a cheerful and enthusiastic cook who is eager to explore new cooking methods and principles and incorporate them into our existing dietary practices.

This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in preparing nutritious, flavorful meals and contributing to the overall well-being of our residents. 

Pay Rate

$18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Full-Time Benefits Package

• PTO: 80 hours vacation + 40 hours sick time (rollover available)

• Personal Days

• 7 Paid Major Holidays (Double time when worked)

• CareFirst Medical Insurance

• Tuition Assistance

• HRA Fund

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

 Employee Perks & Rewards

• Employee discounts

• Earn points, earn rewards program

• Attendance incentives

• Referral bonus program

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with established dietary guidelines and batch cooking procedures

• Follow all sanitation, food safety, and infection control standards

• Demonstrate proper knife skills and safe food-handling techniques

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment

• Work collaboratively with the dietary team to support daily operations

• Apply knowledge of dietary procedures to meet resident nutritional needs

• Uphold integrity, professionalism, and a strong work ethic

• Assist team members as needed to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations

Qualifications

• Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Hours Available 
• Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights  
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• 1 year+ Cooking in a healthcare setting
• ServSafe certification- huge plus!

Lorien Columbia is proud to be the flagship location of Lorien Health Services and has been serving the community since 1977.

Our facility offers a full range of services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy, and is home to the only Korean nursing unit in Howard County. 

With 215 beds across five nursing units — and plans to expand with a new unit — Lorien Columbia continues to grow while staying true to its mission of providing exceptional care. 

Nationally Recognized: Since 2020, we’ve been named one of the Top Nursing Homes in Maryland by Newsweek Magazine, a testament to our dedication to quality care and innovation. 

Join a team with a legacy of excellence and a future full of opportunity at Lorien Columbia. 

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.