Culinary Assistant - Full Time

Whitefish at The Lakes Senior Living; Crosslake (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Cornerstone Management is seeking a Culinary Assistant at Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living Facility to prepare and serve daily meals for residents and guests, ensuring exceptional service.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining safety standards, managing food storage, and assisting with training Wait Staff, while upholding resident-centered care and state regulations. A supportive team environment is provided.

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

Maturity and composure

Organization

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

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, includingHACCP 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.