Cook II

Friendsview; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Friendsview is seeking a Cook II to join our team in Newberg, Oregon. This part-time role features two shifts (7 am–3 pm or 9:30 am–6 pm) with a pay range of $20.81–$22.42 per hour DOE.

You will prepare meals, batch-cook entrees, soups, and sauces, and communicate menu changes to the signage team. The ideal candidate has a valid Oregon Food Handlers Card or ServSafe Certification, 5+ years in a high-volume kitchen (or 2+ years with culinary degree), knowledge of dietary needs, and strong

Qualifications

• Valid Oregon Food Handlers Card or ServSafe Certification.
• 5+ years experience in a high-volume kitchen or food service (or 2+ years similar experience and culinary degree).
• Batch cooking and production line experience.
• Strong understanding of dietary needs and food safety guidelines.
• Lead, coach, and deliver results with teamwork.
• Open availability for extra shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to weekly menus and dietary plans.
• Cook entrees, soups, and sauces using batch cooking methods.
• Communicate menu changes to signage team.
• Taste, test, and monitor food quality and palatability.
• Supervise prep staff for special diet meals.
• Stay calm under pressure and solve kitchen issues fairly.

Skills

Batch cooking

Food safety

Leadership

Dietary guidelines

High-volume kitchen

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Oregon Food Handlers Card

Job description

Shifts:Part-Time. 7 am - 3 pm or 9:30 am - 6 pm.

Pay: $20.81 - $22.42 DOE

Do you dream in recipes and wake up thinking about soups, sauces, and savory goodness? Can you whip up a mean béchamel and still remember the special diets for 5 different residents before your coffee kicks in?

We’re looking for a Cook II who’s got serious skills and a love for batch cooking.

What You'll Be Stirring Up (Essential Functions):

Prepare mouthwatering meals according to weekly menus and special dietary plans – all while following food safety like a pro.

Cook everything from hearty entrees to comforting homemade soups and sauces using batch cooking methods.

Keep our signage team in the loop by communicating any menu changes or additions – no one likes a mystery casserole.

Taste, test, and tweak – monitor food quality and palatability to ensure every bite is chef's kiss.

Supervise prep staff when it comes to special diet meals – because everyone deserves a delicious plate.

Stay cool under pressure and solve kitchen conundrums fast, fair, and with flair.

What You Bring to the Table:

Valid Oregon Food Handlers Card or ServSafe Certification

5+ years experience in a high-volume kitchen or food service setting. (or 2+ years similar experience and culinary degree.)

Know how to batch cook and work a production line.

Strong understanding of special dietary needs and food safety guidelines.

Team spirit with the ability to lead, coach, and get things DONE.

Bonus point for picking up extra shifts and having open availability.

What We Bring:

A supportive kitchen team who believes in good food and great vibes.

A steady schedule and opportunities to grow your culinary career.

Meals that matter – you'll be feeding people who truly appreciate your work.

This is a part-time position.

*Friendsview is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.