Residential Facility Cook: Comfort-Meal Pro

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 4% Match

Paid time off

Job summary

NARA Northwest is seeking a dependable Residential Cook to prepare nutritious, homestyle meals for residents in a day-to-day treatment setting in Gresham, OR. You’ll work from established menus, cook breakfast, lunch and dinner, and ensure food safety, sanitation, and professionalism in a high-volume kitchen.

This full-time role offers a supportive team, opportunities to contribute to a mission-driven organization, and benefits after eligibility, including health insurance and retirement plan

Qualifications

• Current Food Handler's Card
• Minimum one (1) year of cooking experience
• Knowledge of meal preparation, food safety, sanitation, and menu execution

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Homestyle and comfort-food menu items
• Assist with food preparation for special events, meetings, celebrations, and client lunches
• Serve in a cafeteria-style environment
• Follow all food handling, sanitation, and safety standards
• Maintain temperature logs and proper food storage procedures
• Ensure accurate labeling, dating, and rotation of food products
• Assist with inventory management and food supply ordering
• Receive and organize deliveries
• Complete opening and closing kitchen duties
• Maintain clear and appropriate professional boundaries with residential treatment clients
• Contribute to a positive dining atmosphere while treating all individuals with dignity and respect

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

High-volume cooking

Batch cooking

Job description

NARA Northwest is seeking a dependable Residential Cook to prepare nutritious, homestyle meals for residents in a day-to-day treatment setting in Gresham, OR. You’ll work from established menus, cook breakfast, lunch and dinner, and ensure food safety, sanitation, and professionalism in a high-volume kitchen.

This full-time role offers a supportive team, opportunities to contribute to a mission-driven organization, and benefits after eligibility, including health insurance and retirement plan