Culinary Aide — Nourishing Senior Dining & Hospitality

Emery Place; Robins (IA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) matching

Professional development

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Better Living in Robins, IA is seeking a Culinary Aide to support the dining team by preparing, plating, and serving meals for residents, while upholding hospitality and food safety standards.

You will assist with meal prep, service, and kitchen operations, maintain a clean dining environment, and work with a team to create a homelike dining experience for residents throughout the day and evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service, hospitality, or senior living preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast paced environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices (training provided if needed).

Responsibilities

• Assist with plating and serving meals according to dietary needs and resident preferences
• Provide warm, attentive service during mealtimes
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting dining environment before, during, and after service
• Perform basic food prep tasks such as washing, chopping, portioning, and assembling items
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures
• Assist with preparing meal trays and carts for delivery when needed
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment following established procedures
• Keep workstations, storage areas, and equipment clean and orderly
• Assist with receiving, rotating, and storing food and supplies
• Report safety concerns or equipment issues promptly

Skills

Food service experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Stamina

Job description

Better Living in Robins, IA is seeking a Culinary Aide to support the dining team by preparing, plating, and serving meals for residents, while upholding hospitality and food safety standards.

You will assist with meal prep, service, and kitchen operations, maintain a clean dining environment, and work with a team to create a homelike dining experience for residents throughout the day and evening shifts.