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Cook & Dining Assistant

The Heritage at Cedar Community

Location: Watertown, WI

Job Type: Full Time or Part Time

Category: Cook


Cook

 

? More Than a Job — Creating Delicious, Safe, and Welcoming Meals

At The Heritage, our Cooks do more than prepare meals—they ensure every resident, guest, and team member enjoys high-quality, safe, and beautifully presented food. This role allows you to showcase your culinary skills, support a positive kitchen environment, and help our dining services run smoothly. If you’re organized, dependable, and passionate about food and teamwork, this position is where your efforts truly make a difference.

 

What You'll Do

  • Prepare and serve meals according to standardized recipes and dietary requirements
  • Ensure meals are presented attractively with appropriate garnishes
  • Assist with menu planning alongside the Culinary Manager
  • Support special events and catering within the facility
  • Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and inventory management
  • Lead and guide kitchen and dining staff in the absence of the Culinary Manager
  • Train new staff on kitchen operations, safety, and equipment use
  • Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards in all kitchen areas
  • Monitor food quality, consistency, and safety during preparation
  • Follow procedures to reduce waste, control costs, and ensure efficient kitchen operations
  • Treat residents with dignity and respect, promoting resident rights and a positive dining experience

 

What You'll Need

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of 2 years of culinary experience in healthcare, restaurant, or short-order cooking
  • Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safe handling practices
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes, portion control, and quality standards
  • Basic math skills for calculating food quantities and minimizing waste
  • Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment
  • Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
  • Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and move safely throughout a kitchen shift

 

? Why Team Members Choose The Heritage

  • Weekly pay for less stress between paychecks
  • Competitive pay with annual wage increases
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Opportunities for career growth, cross-training, and continuing education
  • Employee recognition and appreciation
  • Supportive leadership and hands-on training

 

? Make a Meaningful Impact — Apply Today

 

Join a team dedicated to providing safe, high-quality meals and dining experiences for our residents. As a Lead Cook at The Heritage, your work ensures residents, guests, and staff enjoy nutritious, delicious, and carefully prepared meals every day.

Dining Assistant

Schedule: Part-time (may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays)

Shift: PM Shift (must be willing to work outside regular schedule as needed)

 

? More Than a Job — Serving Care, One Meal at a Time

At The Heritage, our Dining Assistants do more than serve meals—they help create a welcoming and safe dining experience that supports our residents’ health, comfort, and overall well-being. This role provides hands-on support during mealtimes while assisting with dining room setup, cleanup, and maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary environment. If you’re compassionate, patient, and enjoy connecting with older adults, this position allows you to make a meaningful difference every day.

 

What You’ll Do

  • Assist residents during meals, providing support with dining as needed
  • Serve beverages, food items, and condiments courteously and promptly
  • Set up and maintain dining areas, including tables, linens, silverware, dishes, and supplies
  • Clean and sanitize dining spaces, tables, chairs, equipment, and service areas
  • Scrape, load, and wash dishes as needed; remove and dispose of trash and recyclables properly
  • Follow all dietary, food handling, sanitation, and safety guidelines
  • Support special events, celebrations, and holiday meals
  • Observe residents and report any concerns or changes to the culinary or care team
  • Uphold all facility policies, infection control procedures, and resident rights

 

What You’ll Need

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Excellent customer service skills with a courteous, respectful, and helpful demeanor
  • Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with older adults
  • No prior experience required; training provided
  • Ability to work as part of a team and independently
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies
  • Physical ability to perform duties, including standing, bending, lifting, and moving throughout the workday

 

? Why Team Members Choose The Heritage

  • Get paid weekly and enjoy less stress between paychecks
  • Competitive pay
  • Annual wage increases
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Career Growth
  • Employee recognition and rewards
  • Supportive leadership, training and teamwork

 

? Make a Meaningful Impact — Apply Today

 

Join a team dedicated to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable dining experience for our residents. As a Dining Assistant at The Heritage, your work ensures residents feel cared for, respected, and at home every day.


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