Job description

Are you looking for a job opportunity that allows you to experience the joy of serving others? If so, then we are the company for you! Volunteers of America serves people and communities in need and measures company success in positive changes in the lives of individuals and communities we serve.

We have an opening for a full-time Cook at our Independent Living Facility in Bangor, ME!

The Cook is responsible for all aspects of food service operation in the commercial grade kitchen that includes, but it not limited to, management and oversight of kitchen activities, grocery shopping, food handling, and preparation, sanitation, and cleaning.

Employees are provided with paid meal breaks in addition to a home-cooked meal for those scheduled to work during the lunchtime and dinnertime meal periods.

Essential Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide meals for the program residents, preparing three meals per day.
• Keep serving schedules and ensure that all food items are served per menu specifications, prepare meals for special diets as needed or requested.
• Ensure that appropriate quantities of food are prepared and served in accordance with daily dietary and nutritional needs, maintain food production to ensure the safety and quality of food per guidelines and requirements.
• Maintain a sanitary environment during and after food preparation in accordance with the applicable codes and regulations.
• Ensure that delivered food items are inventoried, stored in a safe and hazardous free environment. This would include unpacking of items and breaking down boxes and maintaining an accurate inventory of all food and supplies.
• Report all equipment maintenance needs to the Director of Senior Services.
• Follow all applicable rules, regulations, and policies,
• Work harmoniously with others.
• Maintain reporting logs for temperatures, etc.
• Assist with serving as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Physical ability to perform the work required; must be able to lift and carry 25 lbs.
• Must be able to carry stock up and down stairs.
• Proven job reliability, diligence, attention to detail.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Prior experience working with, or knowledge of aging population/issues is desirable.
• Serve Safe Certification preferred.

We are pleased to offer medical insurance at under $20 per pay period for Full-Time employees.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401 (k)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Life insurance
• Employee Discount

Volunteers of America Northern New England is proud to be a Great Place to Work certified organization, May 2022 - May 2023.

Volunteers of America is also proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Maine Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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