Relief Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher

Robinwood Retirement Community; Walled Lake (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Access to pay anytime

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Benefit stipend program

Job summary

Robinwood Retirement Community is seeking a Relief Kitchen Helper to support dining services for residents. You will prep, stock, and maintain a fresh salad bar and assist in the dining room with friendly service and table care.

You will safely wash and sanitize tableware, cookware, and equipment, help keep the dish room organized, buss tables, fill water carafes, and assist with room-service orders as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• No previous culinary experience required.
• Able to obtain food handler permits within two weeks of start date.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine, load and unload, report issues and monitor water temperatures for sanitization.
• Wash, store and handle all tableware and kitchenware; keep dish room clean and stocked for dining room and kitchen needs.
• Assist in dining room by bussing tables, refilling water carafes, setting tables before meals, and delivering room-service orders.

Skills

Basic English

Job description

About The Role

As the Relief Kitchen Helper, you play a key part in creating a great dining experience for our residents. You’ll prepare, stock, and maintain a fresh, appealing salad bar that helps start each meal on a positive note. In the dining room, you’ll support residents with friendly service and keep tables clean. You’ll also help keep our community safe by carefully washing and sanitizing tableware, cookware, and equipment.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work Friday & Saturday from 6:30am to 3:00pm and Sunday & Monday from 11:30am-8:00pm.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• No previous culinary experience is required.
• Able to obtain food handler permits as required by local ordinances within first two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine by loading, running, unloading, and reporting any mechanical issues; and monitor/log water temperatures to ensure proper sanitization.
• Wash, store, and handle all tableware and kitchenware with care; maintain a clean, organized dish room and ensure adequate levels of clean items for the dining room and kitchen.
• Clean food preparation and production areas as needed, and assist in the dining room by bussing tables, filling water carafes, preparing tables before meals, and delivering room‑service orders.
• Safely use ovens, steamers, grills, and kitchen tools, including sharp utensils and small appliances to support daily food preparation.
• Listen and respond politely to food comments or complaints and report any concerns to leadership right away.
• Perform support work and any additional tasks, including trash removal.

Benefits For Full-Time Employees

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Access your pay anytime
• $341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward:
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA, FSA, LSA
  • Accident & Hospital Indemnity
  • Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with employer match

Why RLC?

• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort‑style environment
• A purpose‑driven role where you make a difference every day

Ready to Serve with Heart?

Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family.