Culinary Assistant

Otterbein SeniorLifeCridersville, OhioJob.bopublished 10/20/2026

About the company

Otterbein is currently seeking a talented Culinary Aide / Wait Staff to join our team at our vibrant, not-for-profit retirement community. Culinary Aides assist in the preparation and serving of quality food to residents, guests, and employees under sanitary conditions.

Your tasks

  • Must have a smile on your face and give great customer service at all times to residents, partners, and guests.
  • Must have good attendance.
  • Must take ownership of nursing neighborhoods while working in them.
  • Must be able work hand in hand with the nursing department in order to serve the residents.
  • Prepare and set-up of all menu items according to standards.
  • Accurately service hot and cold food items, condiments, utensils, etc., onto trays on a moving tray line according to tray tickets and menu spread sheets.
  • Restocks cafeteria of other areas with food and supplies in a courteous, timely manner.
  • Serve meals to residents 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.
  • Communicates and cooperates with dietary personnel and other departments.
  • Maintains resident rights and confidentiality.
  • Interacts positively with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors under a variety of conditions and circumstances.
  • Follows Universal precautions and Infection Control techniques.

Requirements

*Education: High School diploma or GED preferred Experience:** 0-2 years in food service within a Long Term Care environment preferred

How to apply

Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Culinary Assistant at Otterbein!

Other

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we supply PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to keep you and our residents safe. Additionally, we have implemented stronger infection control and testing procedures in all Otterbein locations.