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FT Culinary Aide

Vista Prairie Communities

Fairmont, MNFull-time$16.63–20.51/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$16.63–20.51/hr
Location
Fairmont, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Culinary Aide at Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates assists with meal presentation and service for residents, keeps dining facilities clean and organized, and responds courteously to meal-related requests. The role includes attending to residents’ dietary needs and preferences to support a satisfying dining experience. Prior culinary experience and a high school diploma or GED are preferred; the ability to read, write, and carry out directions is required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Reading, requiredWriting, requiredFollowing Directions, required

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED, nice to havePrior Culinary Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

FT Culinary Aide

Fairmont, MN

Full Time

Goldfinch Estates

Entry Level

Start a new career as a Culinary Aide at Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates, Assisted Living and Memory Care!

Make a difference in someone's life every day.

Join Vista Prairie Communities and elevate your career while making a meaningful impact. Enjoy our supportive culture, outstanding benefits, and the opportunity to build lasting friendships. Become a valued member of Vista Prairie Communities today.

Why Join Us?

  • Personalized Care:Bring joy and compassion to our residents

  • Competitive Pay: $16.63 - $20.51/hr based on experience

  • Schedule: Full-Time. Week1: Tues, Weds, Thurs 7am - 3:30pm. Sat & Sun 6am - 2:30pm. Week2: Tues & Weds, 7am - 3:30pm. Thurs & Fri 6am - 2:30pm

  • Shift Differential: $1 PM (2pm-10pm). $3 Weekends (6am Sat-Mon 5:59am)

  • Supportive Team: We value our team members as much as our residents

  • Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

  • Assist with the presentation and serving of meals to residents

  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining facilities

  • Accommodate resident meal-related requests promptly and courteously

  • Be knowledgeable of and attentive to specific resident dietary needs and preferences

  • Support the overall dining experience to ensure resident satisfaction

What You'll Need:

  • High school diploma or GED is preferred

  • Prior Culinary experience preferred

  • Demonstrated ability to read, write, and carry out directions required.

Benefits Available To You:

Full-time Employee Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Account

  • Life Insurance

  • Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability

  • 401K

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Employee and Educational Assistance Programs

Part-time Employee Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off

  • 401k

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Employee and Educational Assistance Programs

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,889 open Food Service jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$16.63–20.51/hr
  • Minnesota median$17–19/hr55 hourly ranges
  • US median$17–19/hr1,279 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $18.57/hr, is 3% above the Minnesota median midpoint ($18/hr) — in the middle half of Food Service hourly ranges in Minnesota.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 59 open Food Service jobs in Minnesota and 2,889 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
Food Service postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (407 postings).
Education
14 of the 2,889 open Food Service jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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