Culinary Assistant: Flexible Hours in Senior Dining

Jaybirdseniorliving4; Dubuque (IA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonuses

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off & flexible hours

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Jaybird Senior Living seeks a Culinary Assistant to support dining operations, kitchen, and service areas while maintaining high hygiene and safety standards. The role serves residents, helps with meal setup and cleanup, and supports events as needed.

We offer a competitive hourly wage, benefits, and opportunities for growth within a fast-growing company. Ideal for a high school student pursuing a diploma who enjoys teamwork and helping others.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school student (14+) working toward diploma.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• 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

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

High school student (14+) pursuing diploma

Job description

Jaybird Senior Living seeks a Culinary Assistant to support dining operations, kitchen, and service areas while maintaining high hygiene and safety standards. The role serves residents, helps with meal setup and cleanup, and supports events as needed.

We offer a competitive hourly wage, benefits, and opportunities for growth within a fast-growing company. Ideal for a high school student pursuing a diploma who enjoys teamwork and helping others.