Culinary Aide: Resident-Focused Food Prep & Service

Alderwood Health and Rehabilitation; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Alderwood Park Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Bellingham, WA is seeking a Culinary Aide to assist with daily food preparation and service for residents, staff, and events. The role emphasizes food safety, accurate portioning, and timely delivery of meals according to planned menus and diet orders.

The position requires adherence to recipes, proper sanitation, and temperature controls. Teamwork with kitchen staff and respectful interaction with residents and families are essential, with a

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling techniques.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the job.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members.
• Ability to be patient and polite.
• Ability to read, speak, understand and communicate effectively in English through verbal and written means.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and/or pre-portions food for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Ensures food is served at proper temperature and attractive.
• Utilizes standardized recipes to prepare menu items.
• Maintains proper temperatures and records temperatures.
• Labels, dates and stores food properly.
• Keeps work area clean and uncluttered.
• Performs cleaning assignments and uses proper cleaning chemicals.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment safely.
• Works as part of a surgical? team in the Nursing Center.

Skills

Food safety

Communication

English proficiency

Reading and writing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handlers Permit

Job description

Alderwood Park Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Bellingham, WA is seeking a Culinary Aide to assist with daily food preparation and service for residents, staff, and events. The role emphasizes food safety, accurate portioning, and timely delivery of meals according to planned menus and diet orders.

The position requires adherence to recipes, proper sanitation, and temperature controls. Teamwork with kitchen staff and respectful interaction with residents and families are essential, with a