Cook - Per Diem

Join The Team At Maine Veterans' Homes

Looking for flexible hours and meaningful work? Join our culinary team and make a difference every day serving Maine's veterans and their families.

At Maine Veterans' Homes, our cooks do more than prepare meals — they help create comfort, routine, and connection for the residents we proudly serve.

Why Join Our Team?

Flexible per diem scheduling

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Opportunity for extra hours and shift coverage

Work that feels rewarding and purposeful

Stable healthcare setting — no late-night restaurant hours

Paid training and orientation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discounts and wellness benefits

Chance to grow within a respected statewide organization

What You'll Do

Prepare and serve meals according to menus and dietary guidelines

Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment

Work collaboratively with dietary and nursing staff

Help provide a positive dining experience for residents

Ideal Candidates Will Have

Cooking or food service experience preferred

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Dependability and teamwork

A passion for serving others

Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally and in writing, in English, is required.

Basic computer skills

Come be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly matters.

Maine Veterans' Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.