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Dietary Aide and Cook

Laurelwood Health Care Center
Jackson, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/1/2026

Dietary Aide and Cook

12-hour Shift (work 2 off, 2 on & every other weekend) | Jackson, Tennessee

Join Laurelwood Health Care Center - where compassion feels like family.

Laurelwood Health Care is seeking a compassionate, reliable Dietary Aide and Cook to join our care team. If you're looking for a rewarding role in a team-driven environment, we want to meet you!

Dietary Aide and Cook Position Summary

As a Dietary Aide and Cook at Laurelwood Health Care, you'll be an essential part of our residents' care. Responsibilities include:

  • Ensure all procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

  • Assist with food tray delivery, cleaning the kitchen, and washing & drying dishes.

  • Set up and serve meals, assist in daily cleaning duties as assigned, collect, and distribute menus, and assist in checking dietary trays before distribution to food carts and/or residents.

  • Perform any other additional tasks as assigned by the Dietary Manager and/or VP of Nutritional Services.

  • Maintain confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written and electronic communications.

Dietary Aide and Cook Requirements

  • High School Diploma


Full-Time Employee Benefits and Incentives

  • DailyPay – Get paid when YOU need it

  • PTO

  • Medical, Dental & Vision – Comprehensive Coverage

  • Free Life Insurance & 401(k) with company match

  • Supportive Team

  • Employee Recognition – We celebrate YOU!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Laurelwood Health Care Center does not discriminate based on race, creed, ethnic background, national origin, sex, or disability.

Salary : $31,667 - $35,816

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