Cook

New Communities is proud to have been named one of the 2024 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 $16.00/hr. to $17.50/hr. depending on certifications and shift. Hiring immediately! No experience? No problem! We are willing to train the right individual!

Cook benefits:

• Same day pay option
• Health insurance with 3 plans to choose from, including Health Savings Account options with company contribution
• 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!

Full-time schedule of working (Mon-Wed 12:30p-7:30p, Sat 12:30-7:30p, Sun 6:30a-2p) is available. 

• One year of experience as a line cook, prep cook or breakfast cook in a food service setting and experience working with seniors is preferred, but not required
• 18 years of age or over
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents and coworkers whose primary language is English