Cook

Sentry Hill at York Harbor; York (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement benefits

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

DailyPay

Job summary

Sentry Hill at York Harbor is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare meals for residents, guests, and staff, following daily planners and standard recipes. You will help on the food line during meals, and ensure all foods meet safety and sanitation standards while providing attentive service.

The role requires clear English communication, willingness to obtain sanitation licenses, and basic computer skills (Excel/Word). A positive, professional demeanor is essential in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and/or preparing therapeutic diets is preferred.
• Clear and effective English communication.
• Willingness to obtain necessary food handling and sanitation licenses.
• Basic computer skills; Excel and Word at entry level are required.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Ability to solve practical problems in variable situations.
• Maintain a positive, friendly demeanor with residents and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food using the daily planner and standard recipes.
• Work the food line during mealtimes.
• Ensure food safety guidelines and sanitation of kitchen areas.
• Respond promptly to resident and guest needs and requests.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors and co-workers.

Skills

Clear English communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Resident/customer service

Team player

Education

Food handling/sanitation license

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

• Community Name: Sentry Hill at York Harbor
• Compensation: USD 21 - USD 24 - hourly

Company 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.

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement benefits
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• 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.