Culinary Assistant

**Apple Valley Village Health Care Center,** a Cassia community**,** is hiring a **Culinary Assistants** to join our team. Teamwork and respect are very important to us. We are passionate about what we do and enjoy serving others. This is a great opportunity for those seeking entry-level work or wanting to learn and grow in a healthcare setting. No experience is needed as **we will provide training** to set you up for success. As a **Culinary Assistant** at **Apple Valley Village Health Care Center** **,** you will gain valuable knowledge and experience by serving our residents, employees, and family members’ meals. Meal times and good food will always be a very important part of everyone's lives! Our Culinary Department is a great group to work with and are valued by staff and residents alike. Come and work in a beautiful and rewarding setting while helping seniors enjoy their dining experience. **Position Type:** Part-Time working various hours including weekdays and rotating weekends **Shifts Available:** Evenings 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM, start times can vary at 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM **Wage Range:** $15.50 - $20.83 / hour depending on experience. **Location:** 14650 Garrett Ave, Apple Valley, MN 55124 **Culinary Assistant Responsibilities:** - Provide excellent service to residents, staff, and families. - Work within the department to provide quality and nutritious meals and service to residents. - Assist in maintaining a clean and sanitary dietary department. - Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and dining rooms. - May support kitchen staff with duties such as prepping food. - Complete additional tasks as needed. **Culinary Assistant Qualifications:** - Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff. - Compassionate, positive attitude and team player. - Previous serving/dining experience is plus, but not required! **We will train!** **Cassia Benefits:** - Competitive Pay with experience-based raises - Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness - Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match - Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees - Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members - Pet Insurance - Metropass - discounted bus pass - Located just 5 min away from many stores and restaurants **About Us:** Join our compassionate team! Here at **Apple Valley Village Health Care Center**, we are one big family. Teamwork and respect are very important to us. We are passionate about what we do and enjoy serving others. Our staff and residents love walking our beautiful and peaceful grounds. Many people take advantage of our walking paths that border landscaped grounds and a sparkling pond. Apply today to join our family! As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. **Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do.** We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.applevalleycampus.org/ Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference! #LI-DNI Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.