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American Senior Communities

Culinary Aide

Leavenworth, IN · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Culinary Aide Become a Culinary Aide at Todd Dickey Nursing and Rehab today! Full-time; evening shift opportunity available! Join the ASC team as a culinary aide where you will contribute to ensuring ...

Carter Nursing and Rehabilitation

Culinary Aide

Grayson, KY · On-site

$9.50 - $12/hr

Culinary Aide Full-time Carter Nursing & Rehab is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we ...

American Senior Communities

Culinary Aide

Leavenworth, IN · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Become a Culinary Aide at Todd Dickey Nursing and Rehab today! Full-time; Evening Shift Opportunity Available! Join the ASC Team as a culinary aide where you will contribute to ensuring our residents ...

Majestic Care

Culinary Aide

Mason, OH · On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

  • Life

Culinary Aide Majestic Care of Cedar Village is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we ...

Majestic Care

Culinary Aide

Bedford, IN · On-site

$12 - $15.25/hr

  • Life

) Culinary Aide Majestic Care of Bedford is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we provide ...

Cornerstone Management Inc

Culinary Aide

Nashua, IA · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

Requirements Whet your appetite for a fulfilling career as a Culinary Aide in Senior Housing! Are you a culinary enthusiast with a passion for nourishing others? Join our culinary team and create ...

American Senior Communities

Culinary Aide

Leavenworth, IN

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Become a Culinary Aide at Todd Dickey Nursing and Rehab today! Full-time; Evening Shift Opportunity Available! Join the ASC Team as a culinary aide where you will contribute to ensuring our residents ...

Cornerstone Management

Culinary Aide

Nashua, IA · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

Requirements Whet your appetite for a fulfilling career as a Culinary Aide in Senior Housing! Are you a culinary enthusiast with a passion for nourishing others? Join our culinary team and create ...

American Senior Communities

Culinary Aide

Huntington, IN · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Culinary Aide Become a Culinary Aide today! Now Hiring Part-Time Evening Culinary Aide Join the ASC Team as a Culinary Aide where you will contribute to ensuring our residents receive safe ...

Majestic Care of Terre Haute

Culinary Aide

Terre Haute, IN · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

  • Life

Culinary Aide Full-time Majestic Care of Terre Haute is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members ...

Majestic Care

Culinary Aide

Mc Cordsville, IN · On-site

$12.50 - $15.75/hr

  • Life

) Culinary Aide Majestic Care of McCordsville is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we ...

Cornerstone Management

Culinary Aide

IA · On-site

$31K - $35K/yr

Requirements Whet your appetite for a fulfilling career as a Culinary Aide in Senior Housing! Are you a culinary enthusiast with a passion for nourishing others? Join our culinary team and create ...

Majestic Care

Culinary Aide

Mason, OH · On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

  • Life

) Culinary Aide Majestic Care of Cedar Village is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we ...

Majestic Care of Cedar Village

Culinary Aide

Mason, OH · On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

  • Life

Culinary Aide Majestic Care of Cedar Village is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we ...

Majestic Care

Culinary Aide

Northfield, OH · On-site

$12.25 - $15.50/hr

  • Life

) Culinary Aide Majestic Care of Sagamore Hills is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we ...

Majestic Care of Sagamore Hills

Culinary Aide

Northfield, OH

$12.25 - $15.50/hr

  • Life

Culinary Aide Majestic Care of Sagamore Hills is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we ...

American Senior Communities

Culinary Aide

Avon, IN · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Culinary Aide Opportunity Become a Culinary Aide at Countryside Meadows today! Now Hiring for Part-time Culinary Aides Join the ASC Team as a Culinary Aide where you will contribute to ensuring our ...

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Majestic Care of Bedford

Culinary Aide

Bedford, IN · On-site

$12 - $15.25/hr

  • Life

Culinary Aide Majestic Care of Bedford is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we provide ...

Majestic Care of McCordsville

Culinary Aide

Mc Cordsville, IN · On-site

$12.50 - $15.75/hr

  • Life

Culinary Aide Majestic Care of McCordsville is looking for a Culinary Aide to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission: Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we ...

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How much do culinary aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for culinary aide in the United States is $15.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a culinary aide?

Culinary Aides are support staff who assist in the preparation, serving, and cleanup of food in settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, schools, or cafeterias. Their duties may include preparing ingredients, plating meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards are met. They often work under the supervision of cooks or chefs and play a crucial role in ensuring efficient kitchen operations. Culinary Aides help provide nutritious and appealing meals to residents, patients, or customers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a culinary aide, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Culinary Aide, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of food safety standards, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, safe food handling certification, and experience using commercial dishwashers or meal assembly systems are typically required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and good time management help Culinary Aides excel in busy food service environments. These skills ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and to quality standards, supporting both kitchen operations and customer satisfaction.

What are some common challenges faced by a culinary aide and how can they be managed?

Culinary Aides often work in fast-paced environments where they must balance multiple tasks such as food preparation, serving, and cleaning. One common challenge is maintaining food safety and sanitation standards during busy periods. Effective time management and clear communication with kitchen staff can help address these challenges. Additionally, being adaptable and open to feedback from supervisors will support personal growth and ensure smooth kitchen operations.

What is the difference between Culinary Aide vs Dietary Aide?

AspectCulinary AideDietary Aide
CertificationsBasic food safety, sanitationBasic food safety, sanitation
Work EnvironmentKitchen, food prep areasDining areas, food service
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist in food prep, kitchen supportServe meals, assist with dietary needs
Employer UsageHospitals, nursing homes, cafeteriasHospitals, nursing homes, cafeterias

While both Culinary Aides and Dietary Aides work in food service environments like hospitals and nursing homes, Culinary Aides primarily assist in food preparation and kitchen tasks, whereas Dietary Aides focus on serving meals and supporting dietary requirements. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right role based on your skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Culinary Aide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $31,936 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

Culinary Aide

American Senior Communities

Leavenworth, IN • On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

American Senior Communities rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 128 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

814th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Culinary Aide

Become a Culinary Aide at Todd Dickey Nursing and Rehab today! Full-time; evening shift opportunity available! Join the ASC team as a culinary aide where you will contribute to ensuring our residents receive safe, nutritious and delicious meals by assisting with meal prep and service and helping to maintain a clean work environment.

Key responsibilities of a culinary aide include:

  • Partner with culinary leaders to best meet the needs of residents to provide a positive dining experience.
  • Assist in the preparation and portions of meal items according to the menu and resident diet requirements.
  • Set up trays and carts in preparation for service to residents.
  • Work with service staff to collect soiled trays and wash dishes.
  • Clean equipment as needed, maintaining a clean and sanitary workplace.

Qualifications:

  • Preferred: Certification in Sanitation/Safe Food Handling, unless required by State and Federal agencies. Certifications can be earned while employed with ASC.
  • Preferred: Prior restaurant server experience.
  • Required: Commitment to customer service
  • Required: Willingness to perform routine tasks and effectively work alongside culinary team and leaders.

What's in it for you?

Culinary aides develop valuable skills in hospitality, customer service, sanitation, and teamwork, which help build a strong foundation as you begin to grow your culinary or healthcare career. If advancement is not your current objective, our culinary aides are offered a stable work schedule, competitive wages, and a chance to contribute to the well-being of the residents we serve.

Benefits and perks may include:

  • Top competitive market wages
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), holiday pay and opportunities to earn additional PTO
  • Access a portion of your earned wages before payday with PayActiv
  • Medical, vision & dental insurance with Telehealth option and flex spending accounts
  • 401(k) retirement plan options
  • Paid training, skills certification & career development support
  • Continued education opportunities with company-sponsored scholarship programs
  • Tuition assistance and certification reimbursement
  • Lucrative Employee Referral Bonus program
  • Employee assistance program & wellness support
  • Retail, food & entertainment discounts, and so much more

*Full-Time and Part-Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply

About American Senior Communities

Bring your heart to work! Caring people make the difference at American Senior Communities! Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., they are our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large.

American Senior Communities has proudly delivered patient centered care since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Each of our 80+ American Senior Community is part of the neighborhood in which it exists. Our leaders and staff live in surrounding areas and know the community well. As partners in senior care, we are not just doing a job, but following a calling.

We are Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran and other protected categories.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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About American Senior Communities

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Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., they are our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large. American Senior Communities has proudly delivered patient centered care since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Each of our 80+ American Senior Community is part of the neighborhood in which it exists. Our leaders and staff live in surrounding areas and know the community well. We value the same things in life that you do. The foundation of our senior living communities is based on the knowledge that we'll be part of your neighborhood for many, many years. We take great pride in our hospitality and it is ingrained in everything we do. As partners in senior care, we are not just doing a job, but following a calling.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Indianapolis, IN, US

Year founded

2000

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