Line Cook & Kitchen Support — Food Prep & Service

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME is seeking a First Cook to perform a variety of kitchen duties including food preparation, serving customers, cleaning, stocking, cashiering, and temperature checks. The role supports service operations and ensures safe, sanitary food handling.

A sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates. Experience in food handling and basic arithmetic with cash handling skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: Safe food handling and sanitation techniques required.
• Additional skills: Basic arithmetic, cash handling, and computerized cash register skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers and assist in serving and seating.
• Prepare food and wash dishes.
• Transport and empty trash; clean kitchen and service areas.
• Assist in receiving and storing stock; cashiering and cash handling.
• Check and record hot and cold temperatures.

Skills

Basic arithmetic

Cash handling

Cash register skills

Food safety & sanitation

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME is seeking a First Cook to perform a variety of kitchen duties including food preparation, serving customers, cleaning, stocking, cashiering, and temperature checks. The role supports service operations and ensures safe, sanitary food handling.

A sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates. Experience in food handling and basic arithmetic with cash handling skills are preferred.