Kitchen Assistant – Assisted Living Facility
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Department: Dining Services
Reports To: Administrator/ Head Chef / Assistant Chef
Position Summary
We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to support the daily operations of our assisted living facility's kitchen and dining areas. This position plays an important role in maintaining a clean, sanitary, organized, and welcoming environment for our residents while assisting the culinary team with basic food preparation and kitchen duties.
The ideal candidate is a team player who takes pride in cleanliness, organization, food safety, and providing excellent service to our residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Clear dishes, trays, and other items from dining tables after meals.
- Set dining tables before meals according to facility standards.
- Clean and sanitize tables, chairs, countertops, and other dining surfaces.
- Sweep and mop kitchen, dining, and designated service areas.
- Wipe down and sanitize kitchen counters, work surfaces, equipment, and high-touch areas.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen throughout the shift.
- Restock resident kitchenettes with approved food items, beverages, and supplies as needed.
- Restock kitchen and dining areas with dishes, utensils, napkins, condiments, and other necessary supplies.
- Assist with basic food preparation as directed by the Head Chef or Assistant Chef, including washing, peeling, cutting, portioning, and preparing ingredients.
- Assist with meal service and ensure dining areas are prepared before and after meals.
- Properly dispose of garbage and recycling and replace trash liners as needed.
- Clean and sanitize sinks, dishwashing areas, floors, and other assigned areas.
- Follow proper sanitation and food-safety procedures at all times.
- Properly store food and supplies as directed by the culinary team.
- Assist with maintaining an organized and orderly kitchen and storage areas.
- Report spills, damaged equipment, low supplies, or sanitation concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
- Follow all facility policies and procedures regarding cleanliness, sanitation, food safety, and resident care.
- Maintain a professional, respectful, and friendly attitude when interacting with residents and staff.
- Perform other kitchen and dining-service duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous kitchen, restaurant, housekeeping, dietary, or food-service experience preferred but not required.
- Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a team.
- Strong attention to cleanliness and detail.
- Dependable, punctual, and willing to learn.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
- Ability to safely lift and carry kitchen supplies, dishes, and equipment as required.
- Food Handler certification preferred or required according to applicable regulations.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, organized, and committed to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for our residents. This position is an important part of the dining team and helps ensure meals can be prepared and served safely and efficiently.
If you take pride in cleanliness, enjoy working as part of a team, and want to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents, we would love to hear from you!
Pay: $14.50 - $15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
