Cook / Part Time

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Full-time employee benefits

Job summary

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living in Springfield, OR is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare quality meals for our residents. This part-time role offers an extraordinary dining experience by focusing on nutritional needs and preferences.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of one year of cooking experience and will work in accordance with food handling guidelines, ensuring a safe and pleasant environment for all seniors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year prior cooking experience is preferred.
• Working in Senior Living kitchen is a plus.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality meals for all residents.
• Follow menu programs to meet dietary needs.
• Ensure attractive plate presentation for residents.
• Assist in planning special events.
• Monitor and address resident concerns.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food handling

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Come join the ONELIFE Senior Living team! We are looking for compassionate and dedicated team members with a common purpose of making a difference in the lives of seniors.

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living, located in Springfield, OR is seeking a passionate, professional, and customer-oriented Cook to provide an extraordinary dining experience for the residents in our community.

We offer competitive wages with opportunities to grow! Training is available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities of the Cook

• Preparation and service of quality meals for all residents including those with special diet needs.
• Follows menu program or an approved substitute menu to ensure that nutritional needs and preferences of the residents are met.
• Ensures plate presentation is attractive and appetizing for the resident population.
• Assist in planning and coordinating special events for marketing and activities.
• Continuously monitor and appropriately address resident concerns and preferences.
• Adheres to proper food handling and sanitation guidelines.
• Ensure residents are provided with privacy, respect, and dignity.
• Follows standard precautions and infection control procedures.
• Completes state required training upon hire and annually.

Required Experience

• Possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year prior cooking experience is preferred.
• Working in Senior Living kitchen is a plus.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in the English language.

Job Type

• Part Time

Benefits

• A full‑time employee benefit package is offered.
• Earned Wage Access – On‑Demand Pay Program.

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check and a comprehensive reference check.