Company description

Grow your career at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.

The mission of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is to inspire meaningful connections between people and nature and promote plant conservation through horticulture, education, and plant science.

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible environment where every member of our community is valued, respected, and appreciated. Just as our landscapes and gardens are more resilient and beautiful through their diversity, we embrace cultural and individual differences. We invite applications from candidates who share this vision.

Job description

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is hiring a Cook!

$1,000.00 Sign-on Bonus

Are you a Cook who is passionate about delicious, local food, excited about inspiring meaningful connections among people and nature in one of the most beautiful settings in Maine, and committed to supporting the Gardens’ Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility goals?

This is a Year-round, Full-time, benefits eligible position.

$27.00 - 28.00 hourly (base rate + tip pool), non-exempt

Year-round employees receive personal and sick paid time off, health and retirement benefits, discounts in our culinary programs and Gardenshop, and a Gardens membership.

The Cook will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes according to established recipes and standards. This position supports the mission by using local, seasonal and Gardens grown ingredients to connect our guests to the natural world around them. In coordination with the Chef, the Cook also supports menu development, event planning and execution, and Culinary special projects.

Weekend availability is required. Open hours for the summer season (May-October) are 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Evening availability is required for Gardens Aglow (November-December), which is open 4:00 – 9:00 pm.

Primary Functions:

• Prepare and cook a wide range of menu items, following recipes and portion control guidelines.
• Assist in planning and developing new dishes, specials, and menu items, while considering seasonality, dietary restrictions, and guest preferences.
• Ensure all food items are cooked and presented with consistent quality and presentation.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment, working effectively alongside kitchen staff.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Cook in a professional kitchen setting required.
• Strong understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain composure during busy periods.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items up to 50 pounds.
• Required to use hands to hold, carry, handle or feel; required to reach hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to bend, lift, stoop, reach, or climb.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

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Deadline

no deadline