Caring Kitchen Assistant – Dining & Service

Hawthorn Senior Living; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawthorn Senior Living is seeking a dependable Kitchen helper to prepare, wash and store dishes, assist in serving meals and bussing tables, and clean the dining area under the Community Executive Chef. This universal employee will be cross-trained in other duties as directed to support a busy kitchen.

Requirements include being at least 18, basic knowledge of sanitation, and the ability to communicate effectively in English with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• General knowledge of cleaning and sanitation.
• Maintains food handlers permit as necessary to fulfill state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, wash, and store dishes following Hawthorn Senior Living procedures.
• Assist in bussing, serving, and delivery of room trays if needed.
• Setting of tables in the dining room.
• Assist Chefs/Cooks in cleaning food serving areas and equipment, sweeping and mopping of floors and complete assigned cleaning duties.
• Work as part of the food services team to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe operation of the kitchen.
• Adhere to prescribed safety and sanitation practices and procedures.
• Attend education and training classes as necessary to fulfill company training requirements.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Time management

Sanitation knowledge

Food safety

Job description

Hawthorn Senior Living is seeking a dependable Kitchen helper to prepare, wash and store dishes, assist in serving meals and bussing tables, and clean the dining area under the Community Executive Chef. This universal employee will be cross-trained in other duties as directed to support a busy kitchen.

Requirements include being at least 18, basic knowledge of sanitation, and the ability to communicate effectively in English with residents and staff.