New Communities is proud to have been named one of the 2024 and 2025 Best Places to Work in Maine. This recognition reflects our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding environment for our team members. Join our award-winning team!
Are you someone who enjoys cooking and interacting with seniors in a caring and inclusive environment? This is a great opportunity for any skill level, from working in food service or starting a career in culinary to taking a step back from working in a restaurant and work in a slower paced role. There are plenty of opportunities to build strong relations with residents and staff at Biddeford Estates. If you are looking to work in a rewarding environment supporting seniors, then we are looking for you to join New Communities!
The Cook role: As a Cook at our assisted living/senior living home located in South Berwick, ME, you will support seniors to live life fully by preparing healthy, delicious meals. You will prep food, cook all menu items according to standardized recipes, serve, stock, and clean up after meals. You are responsible for safe food handling and preparing food to meet the therapeutic needs of the residents. An ideal candidate enjoys interacting with seniors and is happy working in a professional senior home environment.
Pay rate ranging from $15.10/hr. to $16.60/hr. depending on certifications and shift. Hiring immediately! Minimal experience? No problem! We are willing to train the right individual!
Hiring on-call/relief staff with a flexible schedule. Pay rate: $15.10/hour.
Cook benefits based on schedule hours:
- Same day pay option
- Health insurance
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Paid time off - Up to 15 days off per year for full-time employee
- Tuition reimbursement up to $2000/year
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 5% company match
- Wellness program including fitness reimbursement
- Birthday bonus
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid training
- Making a difference!
Requirements
Cook Job Requirements:
- 18 years of age or over
- Must be able to communicate effectively with residents and coworkers whose primary language is English