Haven Homes, a Cassia community, is hiring Culinary Assistants to join our team!  We offer guaranteed hours, career growth opportunities and more. This is an excellent opportunity for students or anyone looking to gain experience in healthcare.  No experience is necessary – we provide all the training you need. 

As a Culinary Assistant at Haven Homes, you’ll play a key role in creating a welcoming dining experience for our residents.  You’ll assist with food preparation, meal service, and kitchen cleanup while enjoying the chance to build meaningful connections with residents and staff.  If you enjoy serving others in a team-focused environment, this is the role for you!

Position Type: Part-Time         

Shifts Available: (including every other weekend): 
Evenings 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Pay: $15.33 - $18.13 / hour, depending on experience

Location: 4848 Gateway Blvd, Maple Plain, MN

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.
• Assist in maintaining 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.
• Complete additional tasks as needed.

• Prior serving/ dining experience preferred but not required. We Will Train!
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.
• Compassionate, positive attitude and team player.
• Selected candidates will be required to pass a background check

• 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
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members 
• Discounted meals
• Pet Insurance

About Us:

Haven Homes is proud to have been recognized by Newsweek as the #1 Nursing Home in Minnesota for communities with 50-99 beds. We have also been honored with the 2025 Customer Experience Award in multiple categories. In December 2020, we opened our modern senior community located just 12 miles from Ridgedale Mall off Hwy. 12 in Maple Plain. At Haven Homes, we take pride in creating a supportive, family-like environment where employees can grow, succeed, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

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.havenhomesseniorliving.org/

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.