Culinary Assistant

Jaybird Senior Living; Grundy Center (IA); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus opportunities

Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off and flexible hours

Employee assistance program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Jaybird Senior Living in Grundy Center, Iowa is seeking a Culinary Assistant to ensure a quality dining experience for residents. This role includes preparing the dining area, serving food, and maintaining cleanliness in accordance with regulations.

Ideal candidates are high school students working toward their diploma or GED and possess strong communication skills along with a friendly demeanor. The position offers competitive pay, insurance benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• High school student (14+) currently working toward a diploma or GED.
• Good communication, organizational, and listening skills.
• Preferred experience in elderly care or hospitality settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up the dining room for meals.
• Serve residents and ensure table cleanliness.
• Maintain proper sanitation and hygiene practices.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-services.

Skills

Good communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking a Culinary Assistant to support the kitchen, dining room, dish room, and related areas under the direction of the Culinary Coordinator. This role ensures a high-quality dining experience for residents while maintaining cleanliness, food safety, and regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and set up the dining room for meals; serve residents and transport food to other dining areas.
• Set and clear tables, wash dishes, and clean kitchen and dining spaces according to schedules.
• Maintain proper sanitation and hygiene practices, including use of PPE and compliance with hair covering and hand protection regulations.
• Report unsafe conditions and respond appropriately to alarms or emergency situations.
• Participate in staff meetings, bi‑weekly in‑services, and food service safety committees.
• Assist with scheduled activities and special events as requested.
• Complete incident reports, work orders, and uphold confidentiality of residents and coworkers per HIPAA.
• Follow all Policies & Procedures and comply with state regulations applicable to assisted living.

What We’re Looking For

• High school student (14+) currently working toward a diploma; preference for high school graduates or GED holders. Must comply with state employment regulations.
• Good communication, organizational, and listening skills.
• Calm, friendly demeanor with patience and flexibility.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Basic problem‑solving skills and willingness to accept supervision.
• Preferred experience in elderly care or hospitality settings.

The Perks That Matter

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Paid time off and flexible hours
• Employee assistance program and on‑demand pay
• Career growth in a fast‑growing company

The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the following information. If the position applied to is not located in Minnesota, the following information may not apply. The base range represents the low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short‑and‑long‑term incentives, and program‑specific awards. In addition, we provide a variety of benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), flexible hours for better work‑life balance, employee assistance program, on‑demand pay.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.