What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook / Dietary Aide position at Fleetwood Post Acute?
Cook / Dietary Aide
Fleetwood Post Acute – Easley, SC
$16–$18/hour | Full-Time | Rotating Weekends
About Us
Fleetwood Post Acute is a 102-bed skilled nursing facility located in Easley, South Carolina—just 15 minutes from the Greenville metro area. We are proud of our long-tenured team, with many staff members serving over 10 years, creating a stable and supportive work environment.
Join a team where your work matters and become one of the familiar faces dedicated to caring for our residents.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay: $16–$18/hour
- Full-time schedule with rotating weekends
- Next-day pay available upon request
- Multiple healthcare plan options
- PTO 401(k) with company match
- Birthday PTO
- Opportunity to cross-train and grow within dietary services
Position Summary
As a Cook / Dietary Aide, you will prepare and serve meals while also assisting with dietary aide responsibilities as needed. This role combines cooking, food service, and kitchen support to ensure residents receive high-quality, safe, and nutritious meals.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals in accordance with facility menus and dietary guidelines
- Follow therapeutic and texture-modified diets as directed
- Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards
- Assist with meal service and plating
- Perform dietary aide duties such as dishwashing, tray setup, and kitchen cleaning as needed
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
- Collaborate with Dietary Manager and team members
- Monitor food quality and ensure appealing meal presentation
- Assist with inventory, stocking, and organization
- Contribute ideas for menu planning and special events
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 5 years of cooking experience preferred, ideally in healthcare, hospitality, or high-volume kitchens
- Culinary training or education preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (ServSafe preferred)
- Understanding of therapeutic diets and dietary restrictions preferred
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Team-oriented with good communication abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Why Join Fleetwood Post Acute?
At Fleetwood, you’ll be part of a stable, experienced team that values quality, consistency, and teamwork. Your role is essential in creating a positive dining experience that enhances residents’ comfort and quality of life.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Salary : $16 - $18