Cook

MaineHealth; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Cook, where your culinary skills will play a vital role in preparing nutritious meals for patients and staff. This position emphasizes the importance of cleanliness and safety in food preparation, ensuring that all meals meet high standards. You will be part of a supportive team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and fostering a positive environment. With opportunities for growth and a commitment to employee well-being, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education resources

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• Food safety certification required within 3 months of hire.
• One year of relevant food production experience required.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of foods for patients, guests, residents, and employees.
• Ensures cleanliness, sanitation, and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Food safety certification

Food production experience

Culinary training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Mid Coast Hospital

Summary:

The Cook role is responsible for the preparation of foods for patients, guests, residents, and employees. Ensures the facility's cleanliness, sanitation, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Food safety certification required (e.g., ServSafe) and must be obtained within 3 months of hire.
3. Experience: One year of relevant food production experience required. One year of specialized culinary training or institutional/retail cooking experience preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with healthcare professionals who truly value the people around them—both within the organization and in the surrounding communities.

We offer benefits that support your needs today and provide flexibility for tomorrow—programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains committed to investing in our care team and fostering an inclusive environment where you can thrive and reach your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people support one another to deliver top-quality care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Raphael Kabata Ngaykala at [e-mail]