Culinary Services Associate- PT - Part-Time 1st Shift

Nye Health Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Low premiums insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

HSA contribution matching

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship programs

Earned wage access

Job summary

Nye Health Services – Gateway Vista in Lincoln is hiring a Part-Time Culinary Services Associate for day shift. You will help create a welcoming, restaurant-style dining experience for residents, assist with meal service and food preparation, and maintain a clean, safe dining environment while delivering friendly, attentive service.

We offer a competitive benefits package, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to advance.

Qualifications

• Friendly, positive attitude and passion for customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members.
• Dependable and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, and lift during shift.
• Previous food service experience is helpful but not required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Set up dining rooms and service areas for meals and events.
• Take resident meal orders and serve food and beverages promptly and courteously.
• Prepare beverages, salads, desserts, and other simple items as assigned.
• Ensure meals meet dietary needs and preferences.
• Bus tables, wash dishes, and sanitize work areas.
• Stock supplies and assist with receiving and storing deliveries.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control guidelines.
• Collaborate with dietary, nursing, and life enrichment teams to support resident satisfaction.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Effective communication

Dependable

Team collaboration

Customer service

Able to work in fast-paced environment

Job description

Serve up smiles and make a difference!

Gateway Vista in Lincoln is seeking a Part-Time Culinary Services Associate for our day shift! Help create a welcoming dining experience for our residents by serving delicious meals, building meaningful connections, and making each day a little brighter. Bring your friendly attitude and commitment to service to a team where people work and live happy here.

Position Summary

The Culinary Services Associate supports our dining services team by creating a welcoming, restaurant-style experience for residents and guests. This role assists with meal service, food preparation, and maintaining a clean and safe dining environment while providing friendly, attentive customer service.

What You’ll Do

• Set up dining rooms and service areas for meals and special events
• Take resident meal orders and serve food and beverages in a timely, courteous manner
• Prepare beverages, salads, desserts, and other simple items as assigned
• Ensure residents receive the correct meals according to dietary needs and preferences
• Bus tables, wash dishes, and sanitize work areas
• Stock supplies and assist with receiving and storing deliveries
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control guidelines
• Work collaboratively with dietary, nursing, and life enrichment teams to support resident satisfaction

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, positive attitude with a passion for customer service
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members
• Dependable and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
• Previous food service experience is helpful but not required - we will train the right person

Why Join Us?

• Competitive benefits package including low premiums, short-term disability, long-term disability, HSA contribution matching, 401(k) with company match, and more!
• Competitive wage scales and tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs of up to $3,000 per year.
• Financial wellness and freedom through access to your earned wages prior to your pay date!
• A great culture where we live out our mission "to celebrate life in environments we create by delivering exceptional service and superior value through innovative leadership in personalized care."

In 1989, Nye Health Services was founded on the philosophy that people deserve services that recognize individuality and are tailored to their unique needs. Today, Nye Health Services remains family-owned with campuses in Fremont, Lincoln, Louisville, and Norfolk, Nebraska. Nye Health Services is blessed with dedicated and compassionate people who believe in our vision and deliver on our mission every day. Having a great work environment while providing the best quality services so people feel cared for is of the utmost importance to us. We give passionate people a purpose!

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Nye Health Services conducts background checks as part of the hiring process. We believe in reviewing each situation individually and consider factors such as the role applied for, the nature of the offense, how long ago it occurred, and overall qualifications when making employment decisions.