City of Portland - Food Preparation Worker

City of Portland • Portland, ME • 11h ago

This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1342444

Barron Center - Nutrition

About the City of Portland Barron Center

About Barron Center: The Health & Human Services Department consists of four unique divisions; Barron Center, Elder Affairs, Public Health, and Social Services. We strive to enhance the health and well-being of the residents of Portland in collaboration with our community, state, and federal partners. Learn more about HHS and each of these divisions by starting here! The City of Portland operates the Barron Center to provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to individuals in need. The Barron Center is a mission driven facility with over 200 years of history in our community. A key part of our vision is resident- centered care, placing residents and families first. In order to do this we conduct ourselves in a fair, trustworthy manner and uphold professional and ethical standards. We act with empathy, understanding, and attentiveness toward all others; treating residents with dignity and sensitivity, and valuing their diversity. As leaders in healthcare, we rise above the ordinary through the efforts of our team to deliver high-quality services. At the Barron Center, our mission is to achieve the highest possible performance outcomes in all aspects of resident care.

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting in the food preparation and serving meals for the residents and staff at the Barron Center; both on and off the premises. This position is also responsible for maintaining the cafeteria vending machines for after hours and weekends.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Will assist Cook I in portioning food products for tray line, dining room service, cafeteria and day care programs.

Prepares ingredients for use in standardized recipes.

Prepares salads, makes cold sandwiches for tray line and vending machines. Maintains close liaison with State licensing officials.

Responsible for quality assurance; including but not limited to monitoring food temperatures.

Ability to work under the pressure of meeting schedules and deadlines and be able to work independently without constant supervision.

May be required to use a cash register to include handling cash and credit/debit card transactions.

Performs related work as required

Required Skills & Experience:

High School Graduate or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of basic food preparation.

Knowledge of proper sanitation practices and regulations as they apply to food preparation and service.

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and be able to lift large stock pots, mixing bowls, etc.

Must be able to withstand temperature changes (i.e. going from a warm kitchen to walk in coolers or freezers)

Must be a team player and be able to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, residents and visitors.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior institutional food service experience.

Expected Hours/Schedule:

Full-Time (37.5 hours/week), 11am - 7pm, with Wednesdays & Thursdays off.

Applications accepted until May 29, 2026

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union position: CEBA, Grade 5, salary range starting at \$19.53/hour.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:

Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives

Thirteen paid holidays

Sick, vacation, and personal leave

Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances

Choice of retirement plans, including a pension planUse of City recreation facilities

Fitness Reimbursement

Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

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