Seasonal Gourmet Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen (Through December)

Elephants Deli; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Elephants Delicatessen in Portland, OR is hiring Seasonal Cooks for our Production Kitchen. The role supports our operations through December, producing high-quality menu items according to standardized recipes in a fast-paced environment.

Cooks may work across multiple production departments to meet peak-season needs, requiring reliable transportation and flexibility with early shifts, weekends, and holidays. Prior kitchen experience and adherence to food safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of commercial kitchen, food production, or high-volume food service experience.
• Experience preparing large-batches.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce all food precisely according to Elephant's recipes.
• Scale recipes to meet daily production needs.
• Maintain consistent quality in taste, presentation, portioning, and labeling.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, storage, and temperature control standards.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment and report any malfunctions.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Support inventory rotation, stocking, and waste reduction efforts.
• Work across multiple production departments as assigned.
• Complete required production records, including time and temperature logs.
• Follow allergen-control and food safety procedures.
• Assist with sanitation and end-of-shift cleaning responsibilities.
• Communicate production priorities and needs clearly with supervisors and team members.
• Participate in required training.

Skills

Kitchen experience

High-volume food service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Elephants Delicatessen in Portland, OR is hiring Seasonal Cooks for our Production Kitchen. The role supports our operations through December, producing high-quality menu items according to standardized recipes in a fast-paced environment.

Cooks may work across multiple production departments to meet peak-season needs, requiring reliable transportation and flexibility with early shifts, weekends, and holidays. Prior kitchen experience and adherence to food safety standards are essential.