Culinary Aide

American Senior Communities•Elkhart, IN

About The Position

As a Culinary Aide at East Lake, you will help ensure residents receive safe, nutritious, and delicious meals. The role supports meal preparation and service and helps maintain a clean work environment. You will work with culinary leaders and service staff to support residents’ dining needs and provide a positive dining experience.

Requirements

  • Commitment to customer service.
  • Willingness to perform routine tasks and work effectively alongside the culinary team and leaders.

Nice To Haves

  • Certification in sanitation or safe food handling, unless required by state and federal agencies; certifications can be earned while employed with ASC.
  • Prior restaurant server experience.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with culinary leaders to meet residents’ needs and provide a positive dining experience.
  • Assist with preparing and portioning meal items according to the menu and residents’ dietary requirements.
  • Set up trays and carts in preparation for service to residents.
  • Work with service staff to collect soiled trays and wash dishes.
  • Clean equipment as needed and maintain a clean, sanitary workplace.

Benefits

  • Access to earnings before payday.
  • Employee referral bonus programs.
  • 401(k).
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) program.
  • Free life insurance.
  • PTO exchange-for-pay programs.
  • Medical coverage, with plans as low as $25.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Workforce Chaplains.
  • Personalized Wellness Coaching.
  • Holiday pay.
  • Paid time off, with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
  • Employee discount programs for travel, retail, entertainment, food, and more.
  • Preceptors and mentorship programs.
  • Clinical and leadership development pathways.
  • Education partnerships with colleges and universities.
  • Financial assistance for continuing education.
  • Company-sponsored scholarship programs.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.
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