PM Kitchen Helper

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RL Communities

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

South Portland, Maine

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The PM Kitchen Helper is responsible for preparing and maintaining the salad bar, bussing tables, and providing friendly service to residents. Additionally, they must operate dishwashing equipment and ensure all kitchen areas are cleaned and sanitized according to safety standards.

Qualifications

We are looking for a PM Kitchen Helper who is at least 18 years old and able to work a consistent schedule of Tuesday-Saturday 11:30am to 8:00pm. The role involves preparing the salad bar, assisting residents in the dining room, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen. No previous culinary experience is required.

Job Description

Join Our Mission    At Resort Lifestyle Communities (RLC), serving seniors isn’t just a job, it’s a calling. When you join our team, you become part of a close-knit, servant-hearted community guided by our Core Values: Respect, Honesty, Kindness & Compassion, and Service Excellence.    Together, we work toward four essential goals that guide our success:  
  • Happy Employees 
  • Happy Residents 
  • Full Occupancy 
  • On-Budget Operations  
About the Role    As the PM Kitchen Helper, you play a key part in creating a great dining experience for residents. You’ll prepare, stock, and maintain a fresh, appealing salad bar that helps start each lunch and dinner on a positive note. In the dining room, you’ll support residents with friendly service and keep tables clean. You’ll also help keep our community safe by carefully washing and sanitizing tableware, cookware, and equipment.    What We’re Looking For 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.  
  • Ability to work a consistent schedule of Tuesday-Saturday 11:30am to 8:00pm.  
  • Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.  
  • No previous culinary experience is required.  
  • Able to obtain food handler permits as required by local ordinances within first two (2) weeks of first day of employment.  
Key Responsibilities 
  • Operate the dish machine by loading, running, unloading, and reporting any mechanical issues; and monitor/log water temperatures to ensure proper sanitization. 
  • Wash, store, and handle all tableware and kitchenware with care; maintain a clean, organized dish room and ensure adequate levels of clean items for the dining room and kitchen. 
  • Clean food preparation and production areas as needed, and assist in the dining room by bussing tables, filling water carafes, preparing tables before meals, and delivering room‑service orders.  
  • Safely use ovens, steamers, grills, and kitchen tools, including sharp utensils and small appliances to support daily food preparation. 
  • Listen and respond politely to food comments or complaints and report any concerns to leadership right away.  
  • Perform support work and any additional tasks, including trash removal.  
Benefits for Full-Time Employees 
  • Competitive compensation and benefits 
  • Access your pay anytime 
  • $341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward: 
    • Health, Dental, Vision 
    • Life Insurance 
    • Short- & Long-Term Disability 
    • HSA, FSA, LSA 
    • Accident & Hospital Indemnity 
    • Legal & Identity Theft Protection 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • 401(k) with employer match 
Why RLC? 
  • Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide 
  • Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment 
  • A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day 
Ready to Serve with Heart?    Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family. Apply today, and our Team will follow up soon!    EOE/ADA  

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RL Communities

Resort Lifestyle Communities, along with our sister company Cameron General Contractors, designs and builds luxurious, all-inclusive resort-style communities dedicated to providing a relaxing, worry-free retirement lifestyle. Our residents’ comfort, safety, and enjoyment are our highest priorities. Every community is staffed with live-in managers, a 24/7 medical alert system, concierge services, gourmet chefs, dedicated housekeepers, skilled maintenance personnel, and a full-time lifestyle director. Together, we create a vibrant environment where every detail is managed so residents can focus on living life to its fullest. Discover a new standard in independent retirement living with Resort Lifestyle Communities.
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