Cook

Cascades of Grants Pass; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k match

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Longevity Bonuses

Flexible Pet Insurance

Job summary

Cascades of Grants Pass in Grants Pass, Oregon, is hiring a Cook to join our assisted living team. You’ll prepare nutritious meals for residents, follow special diets, and work with a caring, professional staff to support daily living.

This part-time, on-call role offers day and swing shifts with weekend availability. Expect hands-on kitchen work, safety and sanitation practices, collaboration with teammates, and a focus on quality and person-centered care.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in nutrition, food preparation, safe food handling, and food service management.
• Experience in institutional cooking with mechanical, pureed, finger food, and renal diets.
• Reliable transportation and punctual attendance.
• Compassionate team player representing the community professionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Distribute and store food properly.
• Meet all dietary needs for residents.
• Work in a team where communication is key.
• Contribute to the quality and consistency of meals.
• Demonstrate time management and organization.

Skills

Nutrition experience

Food preparation

Safe food handling

Institutional cooking

Punctuality

Compassionate

Quick learner

Equipment operation

Tools

Equipment operation

Job description

As aCook at Cascades of Grants Pass The Village you’ll be working in a team environment with new challenges every day. Unlike other cooking positions in hospitality (restaurants, hotels, resorts), in this role you’ll have the opportunity to build life-long relationships serving our residents the nutritious meals that keep them thriving every day.

What we look for in a Cook:

• 2+ years’ experience in nutrition, food preparation, safe food handling techniques and food service management

• Experience working in institutional cooking including mechanical, pureed, finger food and renal diets

• Reliable transportation and dependable when it comes to showing up on time

• Compassionate individuals who will represent our community in a positive and professional manner

• Quick learner who is able to master working with various types of equipment

What you can expect to do as a Cook:

• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, including properly distributing and storing away food

• Ensure all special dietary needs are met

• Work in a team environment where communication is key

• Make a significant contribution to the quality of life our residents by maintaining the highest possible quality and consistency

• Demonstrate organizational skills around time management

• Promote the mission, values and beliefs of Cascade Living

$17.00 - $19.00/hour
*Depending on Experience

Job Type:

• Position is in Assisted Living

• Part Time & On-call

• Day + Swing Shifts

• Weekend Availability Required

Cascade Living Group Benefit Offerings:

• Competitive Wages

• Career Pathways

• Health Insurance (for those eligible)

• Voluntary Benefits (Disability, Accident, Life)

• Flexible Pet Insurance for cats and dogs

• 401k (with company match)

• Payroll advances on earned wages

• Perks at Work Discount Program

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Education Assistance

• Longevity Bonuses

Cascade Living is committed to the quality of life around us as individuals and as a company. You'll find that we're different as our focus is to create a culture of wellness and purposeful living for both residents and employees alike. This is why our motto is:

The Difference Between Living and Living Well...

Cascades of Grants Pass (independent, assisted living, and memory care) provides care for residents and their families coming from all over the region. We invite you to learn more about us at:

https://www.cascadeliving.com/community/cascades-of-grants-pass/

Cascade Living Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All offers of employment are conditioned on passing a background check.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 360-979-0149 or [e-mail].