Culinary Assistant - Full Time

Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living; Crosslake (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Paid time off

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Cornerstone Management is seeking a Culinary Assistant for Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living Facility to prepare and serve daily meals for residents and guests. You will follow menus and dietary needs, maintain safety standards, and support the dining staff to ensure high-quality, attractive meals on schedule in a resident-centered environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion for seniors, and a commitment to safe food handling and positive guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Must understand and communicate food service vocabulary.
• Must be punctual, with a good attendance record.
• Must be mature and emotionally stable using calm and kind tone of voice, remaining calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.
• Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently, staying on task.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
• Must be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.
• Must work as a team member with other personnel, Chef Supervisor and Assisted living Director.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• A service-oriented mindset.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and relate well to senior adults.
• Ability to read and complete necessary paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menu and dietary needs, using safe and sanitary food handling practices.
• Follow recipes, portion control, and presentation standards to deliver high-quality, attractive meals on schedule.
• Receive, label, and store food properly to ensure safety and minimize waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and work areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any issues to the Chef Supervisor.
• Support and direct Wait Staff as needed; assist with training and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with state food safety regulations, including HACCP and the Minnesota Food Code.
• Communicate concerns or incidents to Chef Supervisor or management promptly.
• Support the mission and values of Cornerstone Management Communities.

Skills

Food service vocabulary

Punctual

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Job description

Culinary Assistant

Company Overview:

Cornerstone Management oversees multiple Assisted Living communities dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for seniors. Our mission is to foster safe, engaging, and person-centered environments where residents can thrive while preserving their independence and dignity.

Job Summary: Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living Facility

This position is responsible for preparing and serving the daily meals to the residents and guests at Cornerstone Management Communities. This position must fulfill expectations of exceptional customer service.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.


• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k).


• Paid time off and recognized holidays.


• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.


• Supportive work environment with a focus on resident-centered care.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare meals according to menu and dietary needs, using safe and sanitary food handling practices.


• Follow recipes, portion control, and presentation standards to deliver high-quality, attractive meals on schedule.


• Receive, label, and store food properly to ensure safety and minimize waste.


• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and work areas.


• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any issues to the Chef Supervisor.


• Support and direct Wait Staff as needed; assist with training and scheduling.


• Ensure compliance with state food safety regulations, including HACCP and the Minnesota Food Code.


• Communicate concerns or incidents to Chef Supervisor or management promptly.


• Support the mission and values of Cornerstone Management Communities.

Qualifications:

• Must understand and communicate food service vocabulary.


• Must be punctual, with a good attendance record.


• Must be mature and emotionally stable using calm and kind tone of voice, remaining calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.


• Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently, staying on task.


• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.


• Must be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.


• Must work as a team member with other personnel, Chef Supervisor and Assisted living Director.


• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills.


• A service-oriented mindset.


• Good verbal communication skills.


• Ability to understand and relate well to senior adults.


• Ability to read and complete necessary paperwork.

Cornerstone Management is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.