Culinary Assistant / Dishwasher - Full Time - Evening - Tabitha Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Tabitha at Prairie Commons in Grand Island, NE is a distinguished healthcare provider committed to offering compassionate and high-quality care to its residents. Known for its supportive and dynamic environment, Tabitha focuses on the well-being and comfort of its community members by integrating professional healthcare services with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The organization values teamwork, inclusivity, and innovation, ensuring that each employee plays a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of care and service. This position, Culinary Assistant / Server, is an essential part of the Tabitha team. It is designed for individuals who are passionate about food service and eager to contribute to the nourishment and satisfaction of residents. The role blends culinary assistance with direct interaction with clients, emphasizing both food preparation and customer service. This full-time position, working from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., includes a weekend and holiday rotation, highlighting the need for flexibility and dedication. The Culinary Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the kitchen operations by preparing food according to established recipes, maintaining strict sanitary standards, and ensuring inventory management is handled efficiently. The responsibilities extend beyond simple food preparation; the role involves assisting in serving meals while adhering to dietary restrictions and individual requests. Outstanding customer service skills are a must, as the Culinary Assistant will regularly engage with residents and guests. They must also be vigilant in maintaining cleanliness and safety, operating dish machines, handling waste removal, and keeping the kitchen and surrounding areas orderly. This position supports the smooth delivery of food services within the facility, including unloading and stocking supplies as needed. Ideal candidates will have the ability to communicate clearly in English, including familiarity with medical terminology relevant to the job. Physical capability is important, with lifting, pushing, or pulling weights up to 32 pounds required. The position requires a minimum age of 16 years, and while a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, practical experience in sanitation or food service can be paramount. Six months of relevant experience is advantageous. Additionally, candidates must possess the appropriate Food Handler Permit and fulfill vaccination requirements as stipulated by Tabitha's policies. The role promises a growth-oriented environment with the possibility to develop culinary and customer service skills in a healthcare setting, making it an excellent choice for those eager to build a meaningful career.

• At least age 16
• high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• six months of experience in sanitation work in health care or food preparation facility preferred
• prep/cook level food handler permit required
• must meet Tabitha’s vaccination requirements
• ability to speak, read, write, and understand English including medical terminology
• unrestricted lift/push/pull ability up to 32 pounds
• vision and hearing within normal limits with or without correction