Dietary Cook

Atrium Centers Lincoln Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Community; Gustin Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) matching

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Cell Phone Discounts

Job summary

Atrium Centers Lincoln Haven Nursing & Rehabilitation Community is seeking a Dietary Cook to prepare meals for residents with individualized diet specifications under a supervisor’s guidance. You will help ensure meals are served safely, on time, and in alignment with facility procedures.

Join a 100% employee-owned culture that values teamwork, continuous learning, and compassionate care for residents and their families every day.

Qualifications

• Cooking experience for a sizable group is required.
• Experience in long-term care or institutional settings is preferred.
• Ability to adjust and quantify recipes to meet facility needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are expected.
• Service-oriented mindset with a desire to learn and grow.
• Reliable attendance and a positive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to resident diet specifications under the direction of the Dietary Supervisor.
• Follow all dietary procedures and sanitary regulations.
• Ensure meals are prepared safely, accurately, and on time.
• Support a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen environment.

Skills

Cooking for groups

Long-term care

Recipe adjustment

Communication skills

Reliability

Team attitude

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Atrium Centers, food is more than a meal — it’s comfort, dignity, and care. As a 100% employee-owned organization, our Dietary Cooks are essential to resident well-being and daily quality of life. You’ll work in a supportive, team-oriented environment where your skills directly impact the happiness and health of those we serve.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare meals according to resident diet specifications under the direction of the Dietary Supervisor

• Follow all dietary procedures and sanitary regulations

• Ensure meals are prepared safely, accurately, and on time

• Support a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen environment

What You Bring

• Cooking experience for a sizable group; long-term care or institutional experience preferred

• Ability to adjust and quantify recipes to meet facility needs

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Service-oriented mindset with a desire to learn and grow

• Reliable attendance and a positive, can-do attitude

Benefits

• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) + 401(k) matching

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

• Tuition Reimbursement to support career advancement

• Cell Phone Discounts

Why Atrium Centers

Be a light—for residents, families, and your team.

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 is a place where every role plays a meaningful part.

If you’re passionate about food, teamwork, and making a difference every day, apply today and join the Atrium family.

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