Dietary Cook

PACS

Last Updated: 6/29/2026 10:22:19 AM

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Current Days Open
22
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$18.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$22.00 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
22
First Seen
6/8/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$18.00 (Hourly)
8/22/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$22.00 (Hourly)
6/29/2026

Full Job Description

Skylake Post Acute is Hiring a Full-Time Dietary Cook! Shift: Full Time Are you ready to make a real difference in peoples lives? At Skylake Post Acute in Thornton, Colorado, we are searching for passionate and dedicated professionals to become part of our family. As one of the largest skilled nursing facilities in Colorado, we pride ourselves on being the top choice for rehabilitation and 24-hour skilled nursing care. What to Expect: Duties will include prepping meals by weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients, cooking meals, checking ingredients for freshness and dietary restrictions, and arranging and garnishing the dishes. You will also be in charge of ensuring that the kitchen and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained. Why Skylake Post Acute? Competitive pay Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only) 401k with match (Full-time only) Paid Time Off (Full-time only) Sick Leave Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities Fun environment and a great staff to work with! Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents. Successful Candidates: 2 years experience as a cook Experience in a post-acute or skilled nursing facility a plus! Servesafe certification a plus! Rate: $18-$22/hour Ready to make a difference? Join us at Skylake Post Acute and be part of an awesome team dedicated to providing the best care possible! 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. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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