Benefits:

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

401(k)

Captain Nickels Inn | Searsport, Maine

Benefits/Perks

Morning schedule

Competitive compensation

Opportunity for growth within a beautiful and expanding hospitality property

Work in a warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully restored historic inn on Penobscot Bay

Job Summary

Captain Nickels Inn is a 10-room historic bed and breakfast in Searsport, Maine, where breakfast is an important part of the guest experience. We are seeking a dependable, organized, and creative Breakfast Cook to join our team and help create thoughtful, beautifully prepared morning meals for our guests.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys cooking in a smaller, more intimate hospitality setting and takes pride in creating a breakfast experience that feels both personal and memorable. Our guests come to Captain Nickels Inn for comfort, beauty, and genuine hospitality, and breakfast is often one of the most memorable parts of their stay.

The right person will value quality ingredients, careful presentation, consistency, cleanliness, and the ability to create a warm and elevated experience each morning.

Responsibilities

Prepare and plate fresh, high-quality breakfasts for inn guests each morning

Assist in planning and preparing seasonal breakfast offerings that reflect the style and standards of Captain Nickels Inn

Prepare both sweet and savory breakfast dishes with attention to presentation and guest experience

Accommodate dietary restrictions and food allergies with care and attention

Set up and organize the kitchen each morning for efficient service

Maintain a clean, orderly, and sanitary kitchen at all times

Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs in a timely manner

Receive, store, and rotate ingredients properly

Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines

Assist with daily kitchen opening and closing tasks

Work collaboratively with inn ownership and team members to ensure a seamless guest experience

Support occasional special breakfasts, intimate events, or enhanced guest experiences as needed

Qualifications

Previous cooking or breakfast preparation experience preferred, especially in a bed and breakfast, inn, café, or small hospitality setting

Strong understanding of food safety, kitchen cleanliness, and organization

Ability to prepare attractive, well-executed meals in a calm and efficient manner

Comfort accommodating dietary needs and guest preferences

Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently

Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation

Warm, professional attitude and appreciation for hospitality

Ability to work early morning hours, weekends, and holidays as needed

Food Handler’s Certification or ServSafe certification preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods

Ability to bend, lift, and carry kitchen supplies and food items

Ability to perform the physical tasks required in a working kitchen environment

About Captain Nickels Inn

Captain Nickels Inn is a beautifully restored historic inn overlooking Penobscot Bay. We offer guests an elevated, welcoming, and memorable stay in a setting that blends historic character with thoughtful hospitality. Every detail matters here, and breakfast is an important part of how we care for our guests.

We are looking for someone who will take pride not only in the food they prepare, but also in the experience they help create each morning.