Lead Cook

Piper Shores; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field seeks a dedicated Lead Cook to enhance their fine dining experience. This role offers a supportive team atmosphere, focusing on teamwork and inclusivity, while providing opportunities for growth. With a regular schedule and a commitment to quality, you will be part of a premier culinary team in a respected retirement community. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a desire to make a difference in residents' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

18 days of PTO

Affordable health insurance

401k with matching

Company-sponsored disability insurance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary experience, especially in fine dining.
• Strong skills in food preparation and quality maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute dinner service with high culinary standards.
• Work efficiently in a team-oriented kitchen environment.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Fine Dining Skills

Food Handling & Safety

Sanitation Knowledge

Station Setup

Plating Techniques

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced Lead Cook to join our talented culinary team. This role involves line preparation and execution for dinner service, with a regular schedule from Monday to Friday, and no late nights or early mornings. Some occasional weekends and holidays are required.

Experience and skills required:

1. At least 2 years of culinary experience, including some fine dining experience.
2. Strong culinary skills, capable of working efficiently and maintaining high quality on an a la carte line.
3. Solid understanding of culinary fundamentals such as food handling & safety, sanitation, station setup, plating, and closing procedures.

About us:

Piper Shores is Maine’s premier continuing care retirement community, committed to providing residents with the highest level of service. Our Wildflower Restaurant, located on the Meadows campus in Scarborough, is a 60-seat fine dining establishment. We offer a respectful working environment, growth opportunities, and a focus on teamwork and inclusivity.

Benefits include:

• 18 days of PTO, 8 holidays, and 2 personal holidays
• Affordable health and dental insurance, starting as low as $60/month for a premium plan
• 401k with matching after 1 year
• Company-sponsored short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
• A supportive team and a grateful resident community

Physical requirements include the ability to stand and move for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds independently.

Piper Shores is committed to compliance with all nondiscrimination laws. Additionally, all employees in congregate care facilities must be fully vaccinated against Influenza and other required Public Health vaccines, with a two-step TB test upon hire.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management
• Manufacturing

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care