City of Portland - Food Preparation Worker

Start Date: January 14, 2025 | End Date: July 13, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Other
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Full-Time position – Schedule 10:30AM-6:30PM Saturday - Wednesday.

The Barron Center is owned and operated by the City of Portland and is Maine’s largest skilled nursing facility. The pay is competitive and a generous benefits package is offered. Now is your chance to have the job you always wanted - being a part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of our Residents.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Must have knowledge of basic food preparation.
• Knowledge of proper sanitation practices and regulations.
• Must be a team player.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, lift large stock posts, mixing bowls.
• Must be able to withstand temperature changes (i.e. warm kitchen into walk in coolers or freezers).
• Must possess valid Maine Class C drivers’ license.

Applications accepted until filled

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union position, CEBA (Grade 5) - Starting salary range $18.78 - $20.60 per hour.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits may 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 plan
• Use of City recreation facilities
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Shae Gonzalez (City of Portland Recruiter) at [email protected] or 207-653-3615 (call or text)

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email [email protected]

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