Senior Living Kitchen Assistant — Team, Growth & Benefits

Hawthorn Retirement Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hawthorn Retirement Group is hiring a Kitchen Helper at Parkrose Chateau in Portland, OR. You will prepare, wash, and store dishes, help serve meals, and clear tables while following our procedures.

This role is a universal position, with cross-training across roles as directed by the Community Executive Chef. Ideal candidates maintain good cleaning, sanitation knowledge, and strong English communication, with a patient, respectful approach to residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• General knowledge of cleaning and sanitation.
• Maintains food handlers permit as necessary to fulfil state or provincial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Regular, on-site attendance and punctuality as scheduled.
• Prepare, wash, and store dishes following Hawthorn Senior Living procedures.
• Clean dishwashing area following 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 areas and equipment, sweeping and mopping floors.
• Complete dishwasher temperature log as required.
• Work as part of the food services team to ensure smooth, safe operation of the kitchen.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation practices.
• Treat residents and staff with dignity and respect.

Skills

English communication

Cleaning & sanitation knowledge

Customer service

Time management

Team player

Job description

Hawthorn Retirement Group is hiring a Kitchen Helper at Parkrose Chateau in Portland, OR. You will prepare, wash, and store dishes, help serve meals, and clear tables while following our procedures.

This role is a universal position, with cross-training across roles as directed by the Community Executive Chef. Ideal candidates maintain good cleaning, sanitation knowledge, and strong English communication, with a patient, respectful approach to residents and staff.