Cook

lorienhealth· Food Service
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📍 Columbia, MD, USFULL TIME💰 USD 16+

About this role

Overview

Lorien Columbia is looking to hire a Dietary Cook to join our team. 

 

We are looking for a cheerful and enthusiastic cook who is eager to seek out new cooking methods/principles and incorporate them into existing dietary practices.

 

Compensation: Starting at $16.00/hour

 

 

Full-Time Benefits & Perks:

 

Paid Time Off

    • 80 hours of vacation annually
    • 40 hours of sick leave with rollover options
    • Personal days
  • 7 major holidays- Double-time pay when working a holiday
  • CareFirst Medical Package
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Perks

  • Employee Discounts
  • Earn Points, Earn Rewards Program
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Attendance Rewards
  • Employee Referral Program

Join a team dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents while building a rewarding career. Bring your creativity, enthusiasm, and compassion to Lorien Columbia and apply today!

 

Responsibilities

Knowledge of Dietary procedures Batch CookingSanitation KnowledgeProper Knife SkillsIntegrity and a strong work ethicMust be a team player with a strong work ethic and the willingness to help where and when it is needed Serve Safe certification- huge plus!

Qualifications

  • Full Time, Part Time and PRN Hours
  • Schedule: 5a-2p or 11:30a-8p
  • Every-other weekend availability (Saturday and Sunday)
  • Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

     

 

Lorien Columbia has been in the heart of Howard County, MD since 1977 and is the first of 9 Lorien facilities. Our facility includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, as well as the only Korean nursing unit in Howard County with 205 beds total, 5 nursing units.

 

Lorien Columbia is a five-star facility and recognized by Newsweek Magazine as one of the top nursing homes in Maryland. Recently voted Baltimore's Best Elder Care! 

 

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Cook role at lorienhealth?
The listed salary for this Cook position at lorienhealth is USD 16+. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Cook position at lorienhealth located?
This Cook role at lorienhealth is based in Columbia, MD, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Cook role at lorienhealth full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Cook role in the Food Service department at lorienhealth.
Which team or department does the Cook at lorienhealth belong to?
This Cook position is part of the Food Service department at lorienhealth. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Cook position at lorienhealth?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to lorienhealth's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Cook job at lorienhealth posted?
This Cook position at lorienhealth was posted on Sep 14, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Cook
lorienhealth · 💰 USD 16+
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