Cook – Per Diem

Cook – Per Diem

Rockland, ME (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=201CamdenStreetRocklandMEUSA04841) • Food Service

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Do you have an interest or background in working in kitchens or serving food? Do you have a soft spot in your heart for helping senior citizens and their families? Do you seek a rewarding career within a supportive workplace? Consider joining our team – we offer the opportunity to improve the lives of others while fulfilling your own career goals. Hiring immediately!

Woodlands Senior Living is the first senior living organization in Maine to have earned an accreditation by The Joint Commission! What does this mean for you? You could have the opportunity to work with an organization that has surpassed high-level standards of quality, safety and experience for the residents, families and staff served.

We are a Maine-based, family-owned-and-operated organization that provides the people of Maine a trusted partner in assisted living and memory care. Our mission is to make each day the best day possible for every resident we serve. Our teammates are committed to high standards of behavior to deliver the highest quality of care and provide a safe and inclusive work environment.

What you will do as a Cook:

Using standard commercial and non-commercial kitchen equipment cooks and serves meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and snacks daily for all residents according to facility’s cycle menus for regular and therapeutic diets.

Purchases raw food and food supplies from approved vendors to meet menu requirements and budgetary guidelines.

Follows facility policies and procedures for food storage, preparation, and handling to ensure industry and regulatory standards are met.

Follows facility policies for personal hygiene to prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses.

Provides services in accordance with each resident’s service plan and taking into account the residents’ personal goals, choices and preferences, abilities and strengths in order to enhance the resident’s life experience and reduce the effect of losses.

The benefits to join the team:

Vacation and holiday pay because you deserve time to relax and recharge

Perfect attendance bonus to recognize your dedication and commitment

Referral bonus to show our appreciation for seeking new team members

Tuition assistance because we believe in the investment of your growth and success

Health, dental, vision and supplemental benefits to support your health

401(k) savings and investment plan to prepare for your future

Requirements

What you’ll bring to the role:

Must be 18 years of age

Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities

1 year of institutional cooking experience is preferred

Must provide proof of immunization/immunity to MMR, Varicella and Influenza

Strong command of the English language with the ability to follow oral and written instructions with precision

Salary Description

$20 – $27 / hour