Culinary Specialist

Position Type:
Part-time

Overview:
Are you passionate about culinary arts and dedicated to serving others? Do you have a genuine desire to enhance the lives of senior citizens and their families? If you are looking for a fulfilling career in a nurturing environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us.

About Us:
Woodlands Senior Living is a family-owned organization based in Maine, committed to providing exceptional assisted living and memory care services. Our mission is to ensure that every day is a meaningful experience for our residents. Our team members uphold high standards of conduct to deliver outstanding care while fostering a safe and inclusive workplace.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Culinary Specialist, you will:

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and snacks daily for residents, adhering to established cycle menus for both standard and therapeutic diets.
• Source raw ingredients and food supplies from approved vendors, ensuring compliance with menu specifications and budgetary constraints.
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures regarding food storage, preparation, and handling to meet industry and regulatory standards.
• Follow hygiene protocols to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure a safe dining experience.
• Deliver services in alignment with each resident's personalized service plan, considering their preferences, abilities, and life experiences to enhance their overall well-being.

• Paid vacation and holidays to allow for rest and rejuvenation.
• Incentives for perfect attendance to acknowledge your commitment.
• Referral bonuses to reward your efforts in bringing new talent to our team.
• Tuition assistance to support your professional development.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits to promote your well-being.
• 401(k) savings plan to help you prepare for your future.

• A minimum age of 18 years.
• The ability to prepare a diverse range of foods in large quantities.
• Preferred experience of at least one year in institutional cooking.
• Proof of immunization/immunity to MMR, Varicella, and Influenza.
• Strong proficiency in English, with the capability to follow both oral and written instructions accurately.