Cook - Part Time

Woodlands-Senior-Living-1; Brewer (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

Attendance bonus

Referral bonus

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Woodlands Senior Living in Maine is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team, preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks for residents according to cycle menus and therapeutic diets.

You will work with standard kitchen equipment, purchase from approved vendors, follow food safety policies, maintain personal hygiene, and support residents’ preferences while delivering compassionate, high‑quality meals.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• 1 year of institutional cooking experience preferred.
• Provide proof of immunization for MMR, Varicella and Influenza.
• Strong command of English and ability to follow instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner for residents according to menus.
• Purchase food and supplies from approved vendors within budget.
• Follow storage, handling and safety policies to meet regulatory standards.
• Maintain personal hygiene to prevent foodborne illness.
• Support resident service plans and respect preferences.

Skills

Cooking experience

English proficiency

Immunization proof

Age 18+

Job description

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 New England 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.
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