Cook – Assisted Living & Memory Care

SUMMERPLACE; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care in Portland, OR, is seeking an experienced Cook to join our dietary team. You will prepare nutritious, well-presented meals for residents in assisted living and memory care, following menus and portion guidelines.

The role involves handling special diets, maintaining safe food temperatures, keeping the kitchen clean, and assisting with meal service while coordinating with the Dietary Manager to ensure residents receive meals on time.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year cooking experience, preferably in assisted living or healthcare.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper handling.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and portion guidelines.
• Oregon Food Handler Card or ability to obtain one before handling food; ServSafe as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents in assisted living and memory care.
• Follow established menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.
• Prepare meals for residents with special dietary needs, including modified textures.
• Ensure meals are appealing, properly prepared, and served at correct temperatures.
• Monitor and document food temperatures and follow safe handling practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Assist with meal service and coordinate with dietary aides to ensure timely service.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Food handler card

Job description

Cook - Assisted Living & Memory Care

Columbia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care is looking for a dependable, experienced, and passionate Cook to join our dietary team!

Columbia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care | Portland, OR

Join Our Team at Columbia Place!

We believe that great food is an important part of making our community feel like home. Our residents look forward to their meals each day, and we're looking for someone who takes pride in preparing delicious, well-presented meals and creating a positive dining experience.

If you enjoy cooking, working with a team, and making a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook delicious, nutritious meals for our assisted living and memory care residents.
• Follow established menus, recipes, and portion guidelines while maintaining food quality and consistency.
• Prepare meals for residents with special dietary needs, including modified textures and pureed diets.
• Ensure meals are appealing, properly prepared, and served at appropriate temperatures.
• Monitor and document food temperatures and follow safe food handling practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Follow daily cleaning schedules and food safety procedures.
• Assist with meal service and work closely with dietary aides to ensure residents receive their meals on time.
• Help maintain kitchen supplies, equipment, and food storage areas.
• Communicate with the Dietary Manager and other team members regarding resident preferences, dietary needs, and concerns.
• Assist with training and supporting other dietary staff as needed.
• Help oversee kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Manager.

What We're Looking For

• At least one year of cooking experience preferred, ideally in assisted living, senior living, healthcare, or another high-volume kitchen.
• Ability to prepare quality meals in large quantities.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special diet instructions accurately.
• Oregon Food Handler Card or ability to obtain one before handling food; ServSafe certification as required for the position.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Dependable, hardworking, and able to stay organized in a busy kitchen.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• A genuine desire to provide residents with an excellent dining experience.

Why Work at Columbia Place?

At Columbia Place, we value employees who take pride in their work, support their coworkers, and genuinely care about the residents we serve.

We offer:

• A supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents.
• A consistent dining environment with established menus and meal schedules.
• Opportunities to develop your cooking skills and take on additional responsibilities.
• A workplace where your hard work and contributions are appreciated.

Physical Requirements

This position involves frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Must be comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment and performing the physical responsibilities of food preparation and meal service. Reasonable accommodations may be available.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.