Temporary AM Kitchen Helper

About the Role

As the Temporary AM 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 day 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. This is a temporary role, with an anticipated duration of approximately 45 days. The timeframe may be shortened or lengthened depending on the needs of the community.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work a consistent schedule: Sunday‑Thursday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm.
• 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 the first two weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dish machine by loading, running, unloading, and reporting any mechanical issues; monitor and 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 immediately.
• Perform support work and any additional tasks, including trash removal.

Schedule

Sunday‑Thursday, 6:30 am – 3:00 pm.

Benefits

• Fast‑growing, family‑owned company with 60+ communities nationwide.
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort‑style environment.
• Purpose‑driven role where you make a difference every day.
• Opportunity to serve with heart in a family‑like atmosphere.