Kitchen Assistant (On - Call)

HumanGood - Piedmont Gardens; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

HSA option

Tuition Reimbursement

Cell Phone Stipend

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Piedmont Gardens, a HumanGood community, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Oakland to support meal services, tray setup, and dining room upkeep. The role involves delivering trays, serving residents, and maintaining cleanliness across shifts, with a requirement to work Friday through Sunday. The pay is $21.66 per hour.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and at least 6 months of related experience; strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is a prerequisite.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and deliver trays, serve food to residents, wash dishes and pots, bussing as needed.
• Prep vegetables and desserts, maintain cleanliness of dining areas.
• Read tray service memos, set up tray lines, and ensure adequate supplies for meals.
• Assist with menu planning for next day; manage tables and condiments.
• Maintain food service operations with excellent customer service.

Skills

Verbal & written English

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Piedmont Gardens
Piedmont Gardens - a HumanGood community
110-41st Street
Oakland, CA 94611, USA

Piedmont Gardens
Piedmont Gardens - a HumanGood community
110-41st Street
Oakland, CA 94611, USA

Under general supervision, the Kitchen Assistant worker’s primary objective is to perform any or all duties associated with setting up and delivering trays, serving food to residents, washing dishes and/or pots and pans, bussing dishes, prepping vegetables, preparing food, such as salads, desserts, garnishes and/or maintaining cleanliness of food service and dining room areas. May be required to work varying shifts, including morning or evening shifts.

Shift: Variable Shift / Variable Days scheduled (must be available Friday - Sunday)

Pay: $21.66

Work Duties

• Maintains a customer focus while performing duties.
• Sets tray cards; reads tray service memo, sets trayline and dishes up, pours, serves and/or passes out soup, dinners, salads, desserts, coffee, water, etc.; brings china for buffet;
• Plans and/or fills out menus for the next day; sets tables for the next meal; checks to be sure there are enough fruit bowls, salad dressing, and refills for lettuce and tomatoes, vegetables, jello, etc.; maintains stock of condiments, china, silverware and other supplies;

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Effective interpersonal skills, willing to help foster a positive working environment

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent knowledge is a prerequisite for entry into profession.

Experience/Training

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in related field preferred.

What\'s in it for you?

At HumanGood, we’re driven by purpose—reimagining senior living and creating communities where older adults can thrive. When you join us, you’re part of something bigger, making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every day. Build your future where you’re supported — you’ll have the total rewards you need to build a confident, secure life for you and your family. Count on a compensation package that maximizes your health, wealth and well-being. And adds up to 40% in value to your base compensation.

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits and perks to support you, including*:

• Health, Dental and Vision Plans- start the 1st of the month following your start date
• 20 days of paid time off (increases with years of service), plus 7 company holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest
• HSA option with employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs
• $25/line unlimited cell phone plan (plus taxes and fees)
• Cell Phone Stipend
• 5-star employer-paid employee assistance program

*Please Note: Benefit eligibility is determined by employment status and regularly scheduled hours.

And as team members support residents, HumanGood supports team members. Here, you\'ll have the benefits and compensation you need to build a secure life for your family, and real opportunities to grow in your career, gain leadership skills and develop personally. Join us. You\'ll make a difference by helping our team members and our residents realize their full human potential. Learn more at www.HGcareers.org #HGDIN

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