Culinary Assistant - Flexible Hours in Senior Living

Jaybirdseniorliving4; Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Flexible hours

On-demand pay

Career growth

Job summary

Jaybird Senior Living in Minnesota is seeking a Culinary Assistant to support the dining room, kitchen, 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.

The position involves setting up dining spaces, serving residents, and assisting with meals, events, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school student (14+) pursuing diploma; compliance with state employment regulations.
• Good communication, organizational, and listening skills.
• Calm, friendly demeanor with patience and flexibility.
• Ability to work independently and 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 PPE and compliance with hair covering and hand protection regulations.
• Report unsafe conditions and respond 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

Organization

Active listening

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Job description

Jaybird Senior Living in Minnesota is seeking a Culinary Assistant to support the dining room, kitchen, 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.

The position involves setting up dining spaces, serving residents, and assisting with meals, events, and safety procedures.