Culinary Prep Assistant - Orchard Heights

Culinary Prep Assistant - Orchard Heights Orchard Heights, 5200 Chestnut Ridge Road, Orchard Park, New York, United States of America Job Description Posted Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 3:59 AM Culinary Prep Assistant – Join Our Exceptional Team! Orchard Heights Senior Living is looking for a Full Time Culinary Prep Assistant who takes pride in preparing delicious, high-quality meals and creating meaningful dining experiences for our residents. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen, love cooking, and want to make a difference every day—this is your opportunity to be part of something special. At Orchard Heights, dining is more than a meal—it’s an experience. Our culinary team plays a vital role in enhancing quality of life for our residents by delivering meals that are comforting, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. What You’ll Do: Assist in preparing restaurant-quality meals that are both nutritious and beautifully presented Support the Chef and Culinary Director with daily meal preparation and service Wash, peel, cut, and prepare ingredients for cooking Help cook a variety of foods (baking, roasting, sautéing, steaming, etc.) Prepare salads, cold plates, sandwiches, and beverages Ensure meals meet special dietary needs and resident preferences Plate and garnish meals and desserts with care and attention to detail Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing kitchen supplies What We’re Looking For: High School Diploma or GED; Must be at least 18 yrs. of age Basic knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper handling Ability to work with large quantities of food Team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude Passion for serving seniors and honoring their preferences Why Join Orchard Heights? Paid Time Off Dayforce Wallet – access your pay throughout the work week 40k (k) Hotel discounts through Hamister Group Opportunities for growth and development Competitive Free Parking & Purchase lunch on site Competitive Pay & wage increases every 6 months based on performance Be part of a supportive, team-oriented culture & make a real impact in the lives of others Interested in joining our exceptional team? Apply today to set up an interview with our Culinary Director, Maria! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – committed to conforming to applicable laws and regulations and affording equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or other applicable protected class. Orchard Heights, 5200 Chestnut Ridge Road, Orchard Park, New York, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr