Culinary Assistant | Flexible Hours & Growth

Sunset Park Place; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Flexible hours

Employee assistance program

On-demand pay

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Jaybird Senior Living is seeking a Culinary Assistant to support the kitchen, dining room, and related areas under the direction of the Culinary Coordinator. The role ensures a high-quality dining experience for residents while maintaining cleanliness, food safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include preparing dining room setups, serving residents, ensuring sanitation, and adhering to HIPAA and state regulations.

Qualifications

• High school student (14+) currently working toward a diploma; 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Listening skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

High school student (14+)

Job description

Jaybird Senior Living is seeking a Culinary Assistant to support the kitchen, dining room, and related areas under the direction of the Culinary Coordinator. The role ensures a high-quality dining experience for residents while maintaining cleanliness, food safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include preparing dining room setups, serving residents, ensuring sanitation, and adhering to HIPAA and state regulations.