Cook

Atrium Centers; Allendale Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Cell Phone Discounts

Job summary

Atrium Centers is a 100% employee-owned organization where every role contributes to resident comfort and quality of life. As a Cook, you help nourish residents through thoughtfully prepared meals that meet dietary needs while supporting a warm, welcoming dining experience.

This part-time shift from 1p to 7p offers an opportunity to join a dedicated team that values reliability, teamwork, and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year cooking experience for a large group.
• Long-term care or institutional cooking experience preferred.
• Ability to scale and quantify recipes to meet facility needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Service-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn.
• Positive, dependable, and team-focused attitude.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to resident diet specifications and menu plans
• Follow direction from the Dietary Supervisor to ensure consistency and quality
• Comply with all facility dietary policies, procedures, and sanitary regulations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and portion control
• Support timely meal service for residents

Skills

Cooking

Recipe scaling

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Atrium Centers is a 100% employee-owned organization where every role contributes to resident comfort and quality of life. As a Cook, you help nourish residents through thoughtfully prepared meals that meet dietary needs while supporting a warm, welcoming dining experience.

Part Time

1p-7p

Be a light — to residents, families, and your fellow team members.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare meals according to resident diet specifications and menu plans
• Follow direction from the Dietary Supervisor to ensure consistency and quality
• Comply with all facility dietary policies, procedures, and sanitary regulations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and portion control
• Support timely meal service for residents

What You Bring

• Minimum of one (1) year cooking experience for a large group; long-term care or institutional experience preferred
• Ability to scale and quantify recipes to meet facility needs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Service-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn
• Positive, dependable, and team-focused attitude
• Excellent attendance and reliability

Benefits

• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) + 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement to support career growth
• Cell Phone Discounts

Why Atrium Centers

“Our mission is to serve as a bright light in the lives of our residents and families by delivering compassionate, quality care in the communities they call home.”

Built on Compassion, Community, and Clinical Excellence, Atrium Centers offers a supportive environment where your skills directly enhance residents’ daily experiences.