Cook

Woodlands Senior Living; Hallowell (ME); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and holiday pay

Perfect attendance bonus

Referral bonus

Tuition assistance

Health, dental, vision and supplements

401(k) savings and investment plan

Job summary

Woodlands Senior Living is seeking a part-time cook to join our dining team, preparing meals for residents with compassion and respect. You will follow established menus and dietary needs, work with a friendly kitchen team, and contribute to a warm dining experience daily.

The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and timely service in a supportive senior living environment, with benefits including paid time off, attendance and referral bonuses, tuition assistance, health benefits, and a 401(k)

Qualifications

• Experience in food service, restaurant, healthcare, assisted living, or a commercial kitchen environment preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong attention to food safety and sanitation practices.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and resident-focused attitude.
• Genuine interest in serving older adults and enhancing their daily lives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks according to menus and residents' dietary needs.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment and follow food prep procedures.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering from approved vendors.
• Keep the kitchen clean and ready for daily operations.
• Provide dining services that support resident preferences and quality of life.
• Work with team to ensure a positive dining experience for residents.

Skills

Multitasking in fast-paced setting

Food safety and sanitation

Team-oriented

Resident-focused service

Job description

Hiring Immediately-Part-Time Cook

Looking for a rewarding part-time position where you can make a difference every day? Woodlands Senior Living Hillside Terrace is seeking a Cook to join our dining team. If you enjoy preparing meals, working in a kitchen environment, and serving seniors with compassion and respect, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks according to established menus and residents' dietary needs.
• Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment and follow all food preparation procedures.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards in compliance with regulations.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering food and kitchen supplies from approved vendors.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and ready for daily operations.
• Provide dining services that support resident preferences, choices, and overall quality of life.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure a positive dining experience for residents.

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

Woodlands Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in food service, restaurant, healthcare, assisted living, or a commercial kitchen environment preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong attention to food safety and sanitation practices.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and resident-focused attitude.
• Genuine interest in serving older adults and enhancing their daily lives.