Cook - Full-Time Skilled Nursing

Bend of Cascadia LLC; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEIU 503 union benefits

Shift differentials

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Bend of Cascadia LLC in Bend, Oregon, is seeking a dependable culinary teammate to prepare and serve meals for residents, families, and staff in a 60-bed skilled nursing facility. The role requires following recipes, safety standards, and serving meals on a timely basis.

The position is full-time with a Sunday–Wednesday schedule, 5:30 AM–1:30 PM (32 hours/week). Education: high school diploma preferred; Licenses: Food Handlers permit.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling practices.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition and food preparation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• A patient, positive, and respectful approach when working with residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus, therapeutic diets, and individual resident preferences.
• Follow standardized recipes, proper portions, food safety practices, and temperature requirements.
• Prepare food that is tasty, appealing, and served on time.
• Assist with meals, snacks, special events, and alternative menu items as needed.
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate food and supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and work area.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, equipment, and kitchen surfaces according to established procedures.
• Monitor and record food, refrigerator/freezer, water, and sanitizer temperatures.
• Assist with receiving and stocking food and supplies while helping minimize waste.
• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment and report any concerns promptly.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team and other departments.
• Interact with residents, families, and visitors in a friendly, respectful, and positive manner.
• Maintain reliable attendance and complete assigned duties on schedule.
• Participate in required training and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Fast-paced teamwork

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Food handlers permit

Job description

Description

We’re a 60-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in beautiful Bend, Oregon. We provide compassionate transitional and post-hospital care to help our residents regain their strength, independence, and confidence as they work toward returning home or transitioning to their next stage of care. Join our culinary team and help create delicious, nutritious, and enjoyable meals for our residents, employees, and special events. We’re looking for a dependable team player who takes pride in quality food, food safety, cleanliness, and providing excellent service to our residents.

FULL-TIME Position

Schedule: Sunday–Wednesday | 5:30 AM–1:30 PM
Hours: 32 hours per week

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus, therapeutic diets, and individual resident preferences.
• Follow standardized recipes, proper portions, food safety practices, and temperature requirements.
• Prepare food that is tasty, appealing, and served on time.
• Assist with meals, snacks, special events, and alternative menu items as needed.
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate food and supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and work area.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, equipment, and kitchen surfaces according to established procedures.
• Monitor and record food, refrigerator/freezer, water, and sanitizer temperatures.
• Assist with receiving and stocking food and supplies while helping minimize waste.
• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment and report any concerns promptly.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team and other departments.
• Interact with residents, families, and visitors in a friendly, respectful, and positive manner.
• Maintain reliable attendance and complete assigned duties on schedule.
• Participate in required training and perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling practices.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition and food preparation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• A patient, positive, and respectful approach when working with residents.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

You’ll be part of a supportive team that values teamwork, respect, and quality resident care. We believe in recognizing the important work our CNAs do and providing opportunities to grow along the way.

We offer:

• SEIU 503 Union benefits, including retention bonuses and additional shift bonuses per the union contract
• $1.00–$1.50 shift differentials for Evening and Overnight shifts
• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Licenses/Certification

• Food Handlers permit

Experience

• Six months experience in large quantity food preparation preferred.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.