Full Time Cook
Posted:
Tuesday, 29 July 2025
Valid Thru:
Thursday, 28 August 2025
Index Requested on:
07/29/2025 07:31:44
Indexed on:
07/29/2025 07:31:44
Location:
Portland, OR, 97230, US
Industry:
Healthcare
Occupational Category:
35-0000.00 - Food Preparation and Serving
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME
SUMMERPLACE is hiring!
Description:
Do you love cooking from the heart and making people smile with a good meal? At [Community Name], we're looking for a dedicated and passionate
Cook to join our culinary team and make a difference in the daily lives of our residents.
Here, food isn't just nourishment—it's comfort, community, and connection. If you take pride in creating tasty, well-balanced meals and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, we'd love to meet you!
✨ What You'll Do: - Prepare and cook a variety of delicious meals in large quantities following set menus and portion control guidelines
- Safely accommodate special diets and prepare texture-modified foods (e.g., purees)
- Keep the kitchen sparkling clean, organized, and up to health standards
- Monitor and record food temperatures to ensure safety
- Help with meal service and clean-up, including carts and serving areas
- Make sure meals look as good as they taste—presentation matters!
- Support and train new team members as needed
- Step into a supervisory role when the Dietary Supervisor is off duty
- Collaborate closely with all departments to support the best resident care
👩🍳 What We're Looking For: - High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 1 year of experience cooking in a hospital, long-term care, or similar setting
- Ability to follow recipes, understand dietary needs, and prepare food safely
- ServSafe Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- A team player with great communication and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and being on your feet for most of the shift
- Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) is a plus
- Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health
🏡 Why You'll Love Working With Us: - A supportive and fun team environment
- Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with residents and staff
- A chance to make a real difference every day through food
- Ongoing training and room to grow your skills
If you have a heart for serving others and a talent for tasty, nutritious food, we'd love to have you on our team. Bring your passion, creativity, and kindness to our kitchen—and help us make every meal a great one.
Apply today and be part of something meaningful!
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