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Overview
Otterbein is currently seeking talented Culinary Assistants to join our team at our vibrant, not-for-profit retirement community. You will assist in the preparation and serving of quality food to residents, guests, and employees under sanitary conditions.
At Otterbein, you’re more than an employee, you’re a Partner in Caring. Together, we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make.
Whether in our vibrant communities, our welcoming small house neighborhoods, Home Health, Hospice or Home Office, we provide the highest level of compassionate, quality care.
Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and truly one-of-a-kind.
Open Shifts: Full Time 7a-3p
Responsibilities
- Prepare and set-up of all menu items according to standards.
- Restocks cafeteria of other areas with food and supplies in a courteous, timely manner.
- Scrape dirty trays and dishes and the loading and unloading of the dish machine.
- Hand wash pots and pans, and other designated items.
- Maintain the kitchen facilities in a sanitary manner including floors, walls, all equipment, and utensils.
- Safely handles a variety of chemicals and educates employees about the same.
- Assists in kitchen where needed.
- Ensures that a clean and safe environment is maintained.
Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or GED preferred
Experience: Food service experience is a plus, but not required
BENEFITS*
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
- Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work!
*Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.
Other facts
About Otterbein SeniorLife
For over 100 years, Otterbein SeniorLife has served families and communities throughout Ohio and in Indiana.
Our nine SeniorLife Communities offer independent and assisted living, rehabilitation and therapy, skilled nursing, and memory care. We're also proud to be the nation's largest provider of small house-based nursing care, with nine Ohio locations.
Our values guide every one of our partners, every day, and include:
• Respect. Value the older person as a child of God
• Commitment. Believe in the mission with loyalty and passion of purpose
• Stewardship. Use our time, talent, and treasure prudently with our neighbor in mind
• Community. Work with persons and organizations in a spirit of inclusiveness
• Quality. Strive to achieve the measure of excellence in all we are and wish to become
• Ministry. Perfect our service through faith, hope, and love
• Wisdom. Appreciate and value that which is borne of life’s experience in all persons
• Health. Promote the holistic well-being of individuals
If you lead by example and demonstrate excellence, you’ll thrive at Otterbein SeniorLife! Those who are passionate about the Otterbein mission are rewarded with a unique working environment, a supportive atmosphere, and a positive long-term future.
We’re proud of our past and look forward to a bright future as we continue to enhance the quality of life and holistic growth of older persons.
What you'll do
- The Culinary Assistant will assist in the preparation and serving of food while maintaining sanitary conditions. Responsibilities include restocking supplies, cleaning dishes, and ensuring a safe kitchen environment.
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