Culinary Aide & Server (St Luke's Home, Tucson)

Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's Home, a program of Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona, seeks compassionate Culinary Aide/Server to deliver warm, dignified dining experiences for residents. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to dignity, kindness, and excellence.

Responsibilities include serving meals, assisting in food prep, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supporting events. We welcome applicants who value teamwork and exceptional service for seniors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Food Handler Certification.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Current TB test.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• English communication skills; bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serving meals, snacks, and beverages to residents.
• Taking food and drink orders in the dining room.
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation.
• Washing dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen and dining areas.
• Assisting with food storage and inventory.
• Supporting special events and community gatherings.
• Helping ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Creating a positive dining experience through friendly, respectful service.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

English literacy

Food service experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

On-Call and Full-Time Opportunities Available!

For more than 100 years, St. Luke's in the Desert, a program of Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona, has been dedicated to providing compassionate care and a welcoming community for older adults. Our team members make a difference every day by helping residents feel valued, respected, and at home.

When you join St. Luke's Home, you'll become part of a mission-driven team committed to serving others with dignity, kindness, and excellence.

At St. Luke's Home, we believe that meals are about more than food-they're about dignity, comfort, connection, and care. We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Culinary Aide / Server to join our team and help create a warm, welcoming dining experience for the elders we serve. If you enjoy working with people, take pride in providing excellent customer service, and want to be part of a mission-driven organization, we would love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Serving meals, snacks, and beverages to residents
• Taking food and drink orders in the dining room
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation
• Washing dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment
• Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen and dining areas
• Assisting with food storage and inventory
• Supporting special events and community gatherings
• Helping ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Creating a positive dining experience through friendly, respectful service

What We're Looking For

• A passion for serving seniors and providing excellent customer service
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English (bilingual is a plus)
• Food service experience preferred (healthcare or senior living experience is a plus)
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and quality

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain or maintain a Food Handler Certification (we can help!)
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain (we can help!)
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Current TB test
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

We are an affirmative action equal opportunity employer for all individuals. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.