Culinary Assistant

Meadowview of Clive, a Cassia community, is hiring a Culinary Assistant! We offer on-the-job training, great benefits, and more! No senior care experience necessary! Training will be provided. We welcome candidates from all industries, including restaurant workers and anyone with a passion for providing great customer service. No Late Nights!

As a Culinary Assistant at Meadowview of Clive, you will play an important role in providing a pleasant dining experience for our residents by assisting with food preparation, meal service, and kitchen cleanup. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys serving others in a team-focused environment while building meaningful relationships with residents.
 

Position Type: Part-Time or Full-Time

Location: 3300 Berkshire Parkway, Clive, IA 50325

Culinary Assistant Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service to residents, staff, and families.
• Work within the department to provide quality and nutritious meals and service to residents.
• Prepare and cook meals to ensure adherence to recipes and quality standards.
• Observe and report on low stock or high-demand choices.
• 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 culinary needs. 
• Assist residents with travel to and from dining room or activities when needed
• Perform other duties as needed.

Culinary Assistant Qualifications:

• Prior restaurant or healthcare experience preferred, but not required. We will train you! 
• A passion for cooking.
• Ability to speak and read English.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow instruction.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with others.

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• 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

About Us:
At Meadowview of Clive, we value collaboration, teamwork, and the shared mission of making a meaningful difference in our residents’ lives. Opened in June 2023 near the scenic Clive Greenbelt Trail, our community offers a beautiful and inspiring setting; where you might even spot a few Greenbelt Goats in the spring! Our residents and their families are deeply appreciative of the compassionate care we provide, and we take pride in supporting one another as a team. Here, you’ll feel truly valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. You can always count on us to pitch in and help when it’s needed.

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. 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.meadowviewclive.com/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

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