Culinary Assistant

Cassia; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

PTO & 401(k) matching

Health benefits

Counseling program

Employee discount

Pet insurance

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Cornerstone Assisted Living in Plymouth, MN, is hiring a part-time Culinary Assistant to support meal prep, service, and kitchen duties. Shifts include evenings and alternating weekends, with wage range posted between $15.84 and $18.30 per hour, depending on experience.

This role offers hands-on training in a compassionate environment within a Cassia community. Join a nonprofit, mission-driven team that values respect, collaboration, and resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Prior restaurant or healthcare experience preferred but not required. We will train you!
• Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math skills.

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

Excellent customer service

Fast-paced environment

Basic math

Job description

Cornerstone Assisted Living, a Cassia community, is hiring dedicated Culinary Assistants to join our team! If you have a heart for helping others and want to make a difference in the lives of others, this is the place for you. At Cornerstone, we value kindness, respect and teamwork.

As a Culinary Assistant at Cornerstone, you will play an important role in providing a pleasant dining experience for our residents by assisting with food preparation, meal service, and kitchen cleanup. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys serving others in a team-focused environment while building meaningful relationships with residents.

Position Type:

Part-Time working a varying scheduled including every other weekend

Available Shifts:

• Every Other Weekend 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
• Days 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM (6 Days per pay period)

Wage Range:

$15.84 - $18.30 / depending on experience

Location:

3750 Lawndale Ln N, Plymouth MN, 55446

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:

• Prior restaurant or healthcare experience preferred but not required. We will train you!
• Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math skills.

Cassia Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance
• Collaborative and Inclusive Work Culture

About Us:

Cornerstone Assisted Living is an 84-unit assisted living and memory care senior living community located in Plymouth, MN. We are in a quiet, residential neighborhood surrounded by marshlands filled with birds and wildlife. We received the 2025 Customer Experience Award for categories such as recommend to others, overall customer experience and more. If you want to join a stable team with longevity, in a “fun and family comes first” - stress free environment, then you owe it to yourself to check us out.

Cassia 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.cornerstoneal.org/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

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