Cook - MidCoast Hospital

Maine Medical Center•Brunswick, ME

49d

About The Position

What we do here changes the world. Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America. That's where you come in. Once you join us you won't want to leave. We want to take care of the team that cares for our communities. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: Paid Time Off (PTO): The longer you stay, the more time off you'll accrue! Life & Disability Insurance Paid Family Leave Tuition reimbursement Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! Wellness programs that include: Health and well-being, employee assistance, financial and emotional well-being, healthy payback programs and much more! How did we become recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers in 2022 by Forbes ? It's simple: we believe in investing in our care team. You're valued. In 2021 alone, MaineHealth invested over $100 million in compensation for our team. Your safety comes first. We prioritize the health and safety of all care team members, providing appropriate personal protective equipment, testing and access to additional wellness benefits. Your career matters. Learn and grow with MaineHealth through our training and education opportunities. Your Role: Under close supervision of the Nutrition Services Supervisors and according to defined procedures and established schedules, the COOK performs a variety of duties normally executed in serving customers, preparing food, transporting and emptying trash receptacles, cleaning the kitchen, server-storing stock, and checking and recording hot and cold temperatures and washing dishes. This is a per-diem position. Summary: The Cook role is responsible for preparation of foods for patients, guests, residents, and employees. Assures the facility's cleanliness, sanitation, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
License/Certifications: Food safety certification required (e.g., ServSafe) and must be obtained within 3 months of hire.
Experience: One year of relevant food production experience required.

Nice To Haves

One year of specialized culinary training or institutional/retail cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Serving customers
Preparing food
Transporting and emptying trash receptacles
Cleaning the kitchen
Server-storing stock
Checking and recording hot and cold temperatures
Washing dishes
Preparation of foods for patients, guests, residents, and employees
Assures the facility's cleanliness, sanitation, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.