Cook (PT/FT)

SUMMERPLACE; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Place Assisted Living in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Cook who brings warmth to meals and care to residents. You will prepare nutritious, flavorful dishes for a community that values connection and comfort, while maintaining a clean, well-organized kitchen.

The role emphasizes teamwork, the ability to lead when required, and strict adherence to dietary needs and safety standards. You will collaborate with dietary, care, and leadership teams to support resident well-being.

Qualifications

• A positive, team-oriented cook who enjoys working with others.
• Ability to lead when needed and take direction well.
• Attention to detail, especially with special diets and food safety.
• Pride in keeping a clean, organized kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare flavorful, well-balanced meals for residents in a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Cook large quantities following established menus and portion guidelines.
• Accurately prepare therapeutic diets and texture-modified meals.
• Ensure meals are attractively presented and meet safety standards.
• Record meal temperatures and follow sanitation schedules.
• Assist with meal service and train new dietary staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Attention to detail

Food safety

Job description

Job Description

Cook - Assisted Living Community

Make food that matters. Cook with purpose.

Do you love cooking for others and want your work to actually mean something? At Columbia Place Assisted Living, our kitchen is the heart of the community - and we're looking for a Cook who takes pride in creating delicious, comforting meals that bring joy to our residents every single day.

This isn't fast food or a faceless kitchen job. You'll know the people you're cooking for, see their reactions, and be part of a team that truly cares.

What You'll Do

• Prepare flavorful, well-balanced meals for residents in a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
• Cook a variety of foods in large quantities while following established menus and portion guidelines
• Accurately prepare therapeutic diets and texture-modified meals
• Ensure food is attractively presented and appealing to residents
• Record meal and food temperatures to meet safety standards
• Maintain sanitizer buckets and follow all cleaning and sanitation schedules
• Assist with meal service and keep serving carts clean and organized
• Properly clean and maintain commercial kitchen equipment
• Work collaboratively with dietary, care, and leadership teams
• Help orient and train new dietary staff
• Communicate resident concerns or observations to leadership as needed
• Follow all federal, state, and company policies and procedures

What We're Looking For

• A positive, team-oriented cook who enjoys working with others
• Someone who can both lead when needed and take direction well
• Attention to detail - especially with special diets and food safety
• Pride in keeping a clean, organized kitchen
• A genuine desire to make meals enjoyable and meaningful for seniors

Physical Requirements

This role is active and hands-on. You'll be:

• Standing and walking frequently
• Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and occasionally kneeling
• Using vision, taste, and smell frequently as part of cooking and food prep

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Why Work With Us?

• Your work directly impacts residents' daily happiness and quality of life
• Supportive leadership and a team-first culture
• A stable, mission-driven environment
• A chance to cook with heart - not just speed

If you're looking for a cooking job where your skills are appreciated and your work truly matters, we'd love to meet you.

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.