Culinary Assistant

Cassia Community; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

PTO & 403(b)/401(k)

Health benefits

Loan forgiveness

Staff appreciation

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Cassia Community's Moose Lake Village in Moose Lake, MN, is hiring a Culinary Assistant to join our compassionate kitchen team. This entry‑level role offers on‑the‑job training, flexible hybrid shifts, and a chance to grow in a healthcare setting while delivering nutritious meals to residents, staff, and families.

Provide friendly service, assist with food prep and cleanup, and learn dietary procedures in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and you can build a lasting

Qualifications

• Training will be provided for this role.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Read and understand procedures for work assignments, instructions, and menu requests.
• Selected candidates are required to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to residents, staff, and families.
• Work within the department to provide quality and nutritious meals and service to residents.
• Assist with food preparation and serving meals to residents.
• Help maintain a clean and sanitary dietary department.
• Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and dining rooms.
• Assist residents, employees, and guests with a broad range of dietary needs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent work

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Moose Lake Village, a Cassia community, is hiring a Culinary Assistant to join our culinary team. We offer on-the-job training! This is a great opportunity for those seeking entry-level work or wanting to learn and grow in a healthcare setting. Whether you are beginning your healthcare journey or bringing valuable experience, at Moose Lake Village you will feel appreciated, supported, and empowered to grow. We Will Train!

In this role, you will gain valuable knowledge and experience by serving our residents, employees, and family members’ meals. Meal times and good food will always be a very important part of everyone's lives! Please consider joining our team to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Position Type:

Part‑Time

Available Shifts:

Hybrid - a mix of Evenings (12:15pm to 8:00pm) and Days (8:00am to 11:00am)

Wage Range:

$19 - $19.97 / hour depending on experience.

Location:

710 S Kenwood Avenue, Moose Lake, MN

Culinary Assistant Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service to residents, staff, and families.
• Work within the department to provide quality and nutritious meals and service to residents.
• Assist with food preparation and serving meals to residents.
• Help maintain a clean and sanitary dietary department.
• Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and dining rooms.
• Assist residents, employees, and guests with a broad range of dietary needs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Culinary Assistant Qualifications:

• Training will be provided for this role!
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Read and understand procedures for work assignments, instructions, and menu requests.
• Selected candidates are required to pass background checks

Cassia Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Expanded Loan Forgiveness program!
• Staff appreciation events & management supported work environment
• Pet Insurance

About Us:

Moose Lake Village is more than a 72-bed senior care community—it’s a close-knit family. Our culture is FULL: full of love for residents, passion for our community, and support for each other. Residents value our compassionate staff and the warm, small-town feel of our building. Don’t miss the chance to be part of something special. Moose Lake Village is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.mooselakevillage.org/. Joinusandbecomepartofanonprofitorganizationthattrulymakesadifference!

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.