Culinary Assistant

Do you enjoy serving others? We have wonderful entry-level Culinary Assistant positions that offer guaranteed hours with the possibility of picking up shifts! We will train you for these positions at our award-winning campus! This position is a rewarding way to earn a paycheck while learning valuable skills. 

Hastings Senior Health & Living, a 5-star rated, 72-bed long term care center, is hiring Part-Time Culinary Assistants to join our team!  In this entry-level role, you will gain valuable knowledge and experience by serving our residents, employees, and family members’ meals. Meal times and good food are a very important part of everyone's lives -- join our team today to make a difference in the lives of those we serve! 

We are the proud recipient of the 2020 Pinnacle Award for Quality of Food. We take pride in making you feel like you are a part of our family when you join our reputable team. You will enjoy working with our proactive, involved, and knowledgeable leaders who will value your hard work and dedication. Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood, our facility combines country charm with a welcoming staff dedicated to help residents thrive. You will love the small town feeling that comes from our building where everyone knows your name. You do not want to miss this opportunity to join our close-knit team!

There are Part-Time positions  Hours: 4:00pm - 8:00pm 

You must be at least 16 years old. Safety is our number one priority. Staff are provided with personal protective equipment. Potential training opportunity to cross train to cooking position available to candidate looking for an opportunity for advancement. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills!

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Healthcare, Dental benefits for Full-Time employees
• Supplemental Benefits (vision, life, disability, and more) for Full-Time employees
• Flex Spending Accounts for Full-Time employees
• On-site Parking
• Retirement with employer match
• Competitive wages with credit for experience!
• Tuition Discount Opportunities
• Work with an amazing team with decades of experience!

Culinary Assistant responsibilities:

• Work within the department to provide quality and nutritious meals and service to residents.
• Assist with food preparation and serving meals to residents.
• Help maintain a clean and sanitary dietary department.
• Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and dining rooms.
• Assist residents, employees, and guests with a broad range of dietary needs.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents, staff, and families.
• Perform additional tasks as needed.

Culinary Assistant skills and requirements: 

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Be willing to be cross trained in other areas in food service (cooking).
• Strong communication and customer service skills. 
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions. 
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Selected candidates are required to pass background checks.

About Us:

Cassia, an affiliation between Augustana Care and Elim Care, is a Christian mission organization with over 200 years of combined experience caring for those in need. We strive to inspire residents to live the lives that are most fulfilling to them. We take pride in the longevity of our management team and invite you to apply to learn more!

We take pride in providing compassionate care to our residents by focusing on our 8 pillars of excellence (Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Stewardship, Unity, Respect, and Collaboration). Apply today to make a difference in the lives of those we serve!

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.