Senior Living Kitchen Assistant

Hawthorn Retirement Group; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hessler Heights in Leesburg, part of Hawthorn Senior Living, is hiring a full-time Kitchen Helper. Pay ranges from $17.00 to $18.00 per hour and includes universal duties across the kitchen and dining areas.

The role supports the Community Executive Chef, assisting with dishwashing, meal service, and cleaning tasks to ensure a smooth, safe operation in a busy senior living environment.

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.
• Demonstrates a patient and creative attitude with the ability to think outside the box.
• Communicates effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff.
• Ability to prioritize and organize multiple work duties.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, wash and store dishes following Hawthorn Senior Living procedures.
• Assist in bussing, serving, and delivery of room trays if needed.
• Set tables in the dining room and maintain a clean dishwashing area.
• Help Chefs/Cooks with cleaning and sanitation, sweep and mop floors.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation practices and treat residents with respect.
• May work in other duties as assigned by the Community Executive Chef.

Skills

Cleaning & sanitation knowledge

Food handlers permit

English communication

Critical thinking

Team player

Time management

Problem solving

Respect for individuals

Job description

Hessler Heights in Leesburg, part of Hawthorn Senior Living, is hiring a full-time Kitchen Helper. Pay ranges from $17.00 to $18.00 per hour and includes universal duties across the kitchen and dining areas.

The role supports the Community Executive Chef, assisting with dishwashing, meal service, and cleaning tasks to ensure a smooth, safe operation in a busy senior living environment.