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PeaceHealth

Cook - Kitchen

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$20.90 - $31.36/hr

  • Vision

  • Retirement

PeaceHealth is seeking a Cook - Kitchen for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The ... Food service asst.: Continuous moving around area. Lifting: Frequent up to 12 lbs. Occasional up to ...

Frontier Senior Living

Cook

Newberg, OR · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: * Assist Dietary Supervisor on breakfast, lunch or dinner ... Experience as on-line cook in food services preferred * Training and experience has been attained ...

PULL TREE LLC

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Line Cook

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Estimated $10-14 an hour extra Responsibilities: Assist with food preparation tasks, including ... Cook rice and other food items according to established procedures Maintain cleanliness and ...

Frontier Senior Living

Cook

Tigard, OR · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: * Assist Dietary Supervisor on breakfast, lunch or dinner ... Experience as on-line cook in food services preferred * Training and experience has been attained ...

PULL TREE LLC

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Line Cook

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Estimated $10-14 an hour extra Responsibilities: Assist with food preparation tasks, including ... Cook rice and other food items according to established procedures Maintain cleanliness and ...

SSP Group

Line Cook

Portland, OR · On-site

$24/hr

As a Line Cook, you will play a vital role in our kitchen operations, preparing high-quality meals ... Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines consistently. * Assist with inventory management and ...

SSP Group

Line Cook

Portland, OR · On-site

$24/hr

As a Line Cook, you will play a vital role in our kitchen operations, preparing high-quality meals ... Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines consistently. * Assist with inventory management and ...

MEALS ON WHEELS PEOPLE INC

COOK - ON CALL

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$17.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Assist Site Manager in responsive hunger relief services, including supplemental meals ... The On-Call Cook is responsible for food preparation and cleaning tasks that keep the kitchen ...

GENUINE FOODS

School Cook (8272)

Portland, OR · On-site

$24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

ABOUT THE POSITION The Cook position is essential to our production kitchen, responsible for ... Maintain a clean working environment and assist the team with additional cleaning duties. * Keep ...

Genuine Foods

School Cook (8272)

Portland, OR · On-site

$24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

ABOUT THE POSITION The Cook position is essential to our production kitchen, responsible for ... Maintain a clean working environment and assist the team with additional cleaning duties. * Keep ...

F&B Concepts LLC

Short order cook

Estacada, OR · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Maintain a sense of urgency during peak hours * Assist with opening or closing duties, including ... Proven experience as a short order or breakfast cook (1+ year preferred) * Strong knowledge of ...

F&B Concepts LLC

Short order cook

Estacada, OR · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Maintain a sense of urgency during peak hours * Assist with opening or closing duties, including ... Proven experience as a short order or breakfast cook (1+ year preferred) * Strong knowledge of ...

F&B Concepts LLC

Short order cook

Estacada, OR · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Maintain a sense of urgency during peak hours * Assist with opening or closing duties, including ... Proven experience as a short order or breakfast cook (1+ year preferred) * Strong knowledge of ...

Courtyard Portland Tigard

InnVentures Cook

Tigard, OR · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Cook, your role is to ensure our guests enjoy a quality dining experience that will allow them ... Ensure food deliveries are timely, accurate and meet presentation standards. * Assist with quality ...

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How much do assistant cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant cook in Canby, OR is $16.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $18.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Cook vs Line Cook?

AspectAssistant CookLine Cook
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic culinary trainingHigh school diploma; culinary school or training often preferred
Work EnvironmentAssists in kitchen, supports chefs, performs prep workPrepares dishes on the line during service, works in fast-paced kitchen
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in restaurants, hotels, cateringFound in restaurants, hotels, institutional kitchens
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for entry-level roles, support tasksCompared for active cooking during service

The main difference between an Assistant Cook and a Line Cook is their role during food preparation. An Assistant Cook typically supports the kitchen team with prep work and basic tasks, while a Line Cook actively prepares dishes during service. Both roles require culinary skills, but Line Cooks usually have more experience and responsibility during meal service.

What does an assistant cook do?

Assistant cooks support to the chef or head cook in the kitchen of a restaurant, catering company, or other food service facility. As an assistant cook, your job duties may include helping to plan the menu, testing new dishes, maintaining inventory, and buying or ordering the necessary ingredients for upcoming meal services. You may also perform cleaning duties around the kitchen to ensure that the food preparation area meets health code standards.

What is an assistant cook?

Assistant Cooks are kitchen staff members who support chefs and head cooks in preparing food, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and organizing ingredients. They perform tasks such as chopping vegetables, measuring ingredients, and assisting with basic cooking techniques. Assistant Cooks also help with cleaning kitchen equipment, stocking supplies, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Their role is essential for the smooth operation of a kitchen, especially in busy restaurants or catering services.

How does an assistant cook typically collaborate with the kitchen team during busy service hours?

During peak service times, an Assistant Cook works closely with chefs, line cooks, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations. This includes prepping ingredients, supporting the assembly of dishes, and maintaining cleanliness at workstations. Effective communication is key, as instructions often come quickly and priorities can shift. Being adaptable and proactive in assisting team members helps maintain efficiency and high food quality standards.
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Cook - Kitchen

PeaceHealth

Vancouver, WA • On-site

$20.90 - $31.36/hr

Full-time, Per diem

Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

PeaceHealth rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 175 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

157th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Cook - Kitchen for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $20.90 - $31.36. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for using HACCP guidelines for safe food handling to plan, prepare and cook food according to recipe and production standards to support the hospital patients, medical staff, caregivers, volunteers, and visitors.
Essential Functions
  • Accurately follow and prepare recipes.
  • Prepare hot and cold food according to the recipe and following production and food styling guidelines taking into consideration customer/patient counts.
  • Maintain proper food handling techniques. Properly clean and sanitize workstation according to safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Organize, calculate, and produce food production.
  • Maintain appropriate records according to regulatory and departmental standards.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience
  • Minimum of 2 years Preferred: Experience as cook in a hospital or full-service kitchen preferred or combination of experience and formal culinary training that provides the caregiver with the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job will be considered

Credentials
  • Required: Food Handlers Card - Washington
  • Preferred: Professional Culinary Institute Certificate

Skills
  • Knowledge and understanding of proper food handling and sanitation (Required)
  • Ability to work well with others (Required)
  • Proficient in MS Office applications (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes
Southwest Medical Center:
  • Position is represented by OFNHP
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications is not required

Working Conditions
Lifting
  • Cooks: Continuous moving around area. Lifting: Frequent up to 22 lbs. Occasional up to 50 lbs. Occasional carrying up to 20 lbs. Frequent reaching/ bending/ stooping/ grasping. Occasional squatting/kneeling. Frequent pushing/pulling 14 lbs. sustained force with frequent stop/start. Occasional repetitive push/pull (scrubbing grill/oven).
  • Diet Rep/Aide: Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Consistently operates computer and other office equipment.
  • Food service asst.: Continuous moving around area. Lifting: Frequent up to 12 lbs. Occasional up to 44 lbs. Occasional carrying up to 25 lbs. Frequent reaching/ bending/ stooping, grasping. Occasional squatting/kneeling. Frequent pushing/pulling 30 lbs. sustained force with frequent stop/start.
  • Stores Coord Asst: Continuous moving around area. Lifting: Frequent up to 50 lbs. Occasional up to 35 lbs. Frequent reaching/ bending/ stooping/ grasping. Occasional squatting/kneeling .

Environmental Conditions
  • Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
  • Working near/around heated surfaces (oven).
  • Working near/around water/liquid.

Mental/Visual
  • Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
  • Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, WA, is a not-for-profit Catholic health system employing approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 1,200 providers and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities in Washington, Oregon, Alaska. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, the legacy of its founding Sisters continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission. Get a feeling for the Spirit of PeaceHealth through this three-minute video, and visit us on Facebook or LinkedIn! We offer competitive compensation, a robust benefitspackage and a collaborative, Mission-driven work environment! To learn more please visit: jobs.peacehealth.org. Questions? Review our Employment FAQor email Recruitment@peacehealth.org. Please note this email does not accept resumes or applications.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Vancouver, WA, US

Year founded

1890

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