Cook

Senior Lifestyle Corporation; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle Corporation is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to prepare meals per daily planner and standard recipes, and to work the food line during mealtimes. You will ensure safety and sanitation guidelines are met, and strive to meet resident and guest expectations with prompt, courteous service.

Ideal candidates communicate clearly in English, can use Excel/Word basics, and hold or are willing to obtain food handling and sanitation licenses.

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking is preferred.
• Clear and effective English communication required.
• Willingness to obtain food handling and sanitation licenses.
• Basic computer skills (Excel and Word) required.
• Ability to make independent decisions when needed.
• Ability to solve practical problems in variable situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food using daily planner and standard recipes.
• Work the food line during mealtimes.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation compliance in all kitchen areas.
• Respond quickly to resident and guest needs and requests to ensure satisfaction.
• Maintain a positive, professional demeanor with residents, guests and coworkers.

Skills

English communication

Computer skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Food handling license

Sanitation license

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for providing high quality meals to the residents, guests and staff.

Job Description

• Prepare all food using the daily planner and SLC standard recipes.
• Work the food line during mealtimes.
• Ensure that all food meets safety guidelines and that all kitchen areas meet sanitation guidelines.
• Ensure resident and guest satisfaction by responding quickly to needs and requests.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors and co-workers.

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and/or preparing therapeutic diets is preferred.
• You need to be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
• You have and/or are willing to obtain the necessary food handling and sanitation licenses.
• You have basic computer skills. Entry level proficiency with Excel and Word is required.
• You possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• You have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• You can maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward the residents and your co-workers.

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.