Senior Living Cook — Nutritious Meals with Heart

Inn at Village Square; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

401(k) retirement with match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Avesta Housing Corp. in Portland, ME, is seeking a mission-driven Cook to nourish residents in our assisted living community at 75 State Street.

You will prepare meals, handle regular and special diets, support events, and keep the kitchen clean and organized, in collaboration with the Food Services Supervisor. We value care, quality, and safety, and offer benefits including health and dental plans, generous time off and 401(k) with match, plus professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• One year of cooking experience (preferably in a healthcare setting).
• Ability to meet facility immunization requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for regular and special diets.
• Support special events.
• Keep kitchen and storage areas clean, safe, and well-organized.
• Collaborate with the Food Services Supervisor to meet nutritional and presentation standards.
• Offer resident-centered alternatives and uphold guidelines.

Skills

Cooking

Meal preparation

Food safety

Team player

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Avesta Housing Corp. in Portland, ME, is seeking a mission-driven Cook to nourish residents in our assisted living community at 75 State Street.

You will prepare meals, handle regular and special diets, support events, and keep the kitchen clean and organized, in collaboration with the Food Services Supervisor. We value care, quality, and safety, and offer benefits including health and dental plans, generous time off and 401(k) with match, plus professional development opportunities.