Kitchen Helper: Dishwashing & Dining Room Support

Hawthorn Retirement Group; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawthorn Retirement Group is seeking a dedicated kitchen helper who will prepare, wash, and store dishes while assisting in serving meals and clearing tables for residents. This role supports the Community Executive Chef and will be cross-trained across other positions as needed.

Ideal candidates are 18+ and demonstrate strong cleaning, sanitation, and English communication skills. You will thrive in a busy dining environment and contribute to a respectful, patient atmosphere for residents and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• General knowledge of cleaning and sanitation.
• Maintains food handlers permit as necessary to fulfill state or provincial regulations.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, wash, and store dishes following Hawthorn Senior Living procedures.
• Clean dishwashing area following Hawthorn Senior Living sanitation procedures.
• Assist in bussing, serving, and delivery of room trays if needed.
• Setting of tables in the dining room.
• Assist Chefs/Cooks in cleaning food serving areas and equipment, sweeping and mopping of floors and complete assigned cleaning duties.

Skills

Age 18+

Cleaning & sanitation

Food handler permit

English communication

Teamwork

Job description

Hawthorn Retirement Group is seeking a dedicated kitchen helper who will prepare, wash, and store dishes while assisting in serving meals and clearing tables for residents. This role supports the Community Executive Chef and will be cross-trained across other positions as needed.

Ideal candidates are 18+ and demonstrate strong cleaning, sanitation, and English communication skills. You will thrive in a busy dining environment and contribute to a respectful, patient atmosphere for residents and