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Cook Kitchen Assistant Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Kitchen Assistant

Portland, OR · On-site

$23.17/hr

This position is responsible for collaborating with kitchen and nursing staff to assist with ... Cooks and trains in short order and meal service cooking for 20 meals per service * Communicate ...

Kitchen Assistant

Portland, OR · On-site

$23.17/hr

This position is responsible for collaborating with kitchen and nursing staff to assist with ... Cooks and trains in short order and meal service cooking for 20 meals per service * Communicate ...

Lead Cook and Camp Manager FULL TIME Typical days are 8+ hours in length, with sessions that make for up to 10 straight days of work without a full day off. Each staff member will have at least 1 ...

Lead Cook and Camp Manager FULL TIME Typical days are 8+ hours in length, with sessions that make for up to 10 straight days of work without a full day off. Each staff member will have at least 1 ...

Kitchen staff prepare meals that are healthy, delicious, and appealing to both youth and adults (roughly 100-120 each meal). The Assistant Cook supports the Lead Cook in food preparation and training ...

Kitchen staff prepare meals that are healthy, delicious, and appealing to both youth and adults (roughly 100-120 each meal). The Assistant Cook supports the Lead Cook in food preparation and training ...

Line Cook

Bend, OR · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Line Cook Crux Fermentation Project is seeking a dedicated and passionate part-time Line Cook to ... Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations, and assist ...

Cook

Tigard, OR · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

As a Cook, your role is to ensure our guests enjoy a quality dining experience that will allow them ... and kitchen. * Assist with inventory, ordering and receiving of all food and beverage items.

Cook

Tigard, OR

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

As a Cook, your role is to ensure our guests enjoy a quality dining experience that will allow them ... and kitchen. * Assist with inventory, ordering and receiving of all food and beverage items.

InnVentures Cook

Tigard, OR · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

As a Cook, your role is to ensure our guests enjoy a quality dining experience that will allow them ... and kitchen. * Assist with inventory, ordering and receiving of all food and beverage items.

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Cook Kitchen Assistant information

How much is the salary of a Cook Kitchen Assistant?

The salary of a Cook Kitchen Assistant typically ranges from $20,000 to $30,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and the employer. Entry-level positions may start at the minimum wage, while experienced assistants can earn higher wages, especially in institutional or commercial kitchens.

What does a Cook Kitchen Assistant do?

A Cook Kitchen Assistant helps prepare and serve food, assist with cooking tasks, and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen. They may also handle food storage, dishwashing, and support the kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.

What qualifications are needed to be a cook kitchen assistant?

Cook kitchen assistants typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may require food safety certification. Basic cooking skills, the ability to follow instructions, and good teamwork are important for the role.

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Cook Kitchen Assistant jobs?

Cities in Oregon with the most Cook Kitchen Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Cook Kitchen Assistant job openings in Oregon as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, and 52% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Kitchen Assistant

Portland, OR • On-site

$23.17/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

The Our House Residential Care Facility (RCF) is a 14-room facility with a team of expert clinicians who work with people living with HIV who are having difficulty managing independent living. By tailoring nursing, social services, and therapeutic everyday activities our clients and residents are able to define what 'living well' means to them. To learn more about us please visit CAP Northwest, Prism Health and Our House
Our House of Portland a program apart of CAP Northwest is excited to announce that we are hiring skilled and team-oriented Kitchen Assistant. This position is responsible for collaborating with kitchen and nursing staff to assist with providing meals and snacks for resident.
This is a Part-Time (0.6 FTE) role working at Our House of Portland located in SE Portland. The schedule for this role is Thursday-Saturday 6:30am-3:00pm
Starting pay is $23.17 an hour which is equivalent to just over $28,916 a year with a $1.00 differential for weekends. The Kitchen Assistant's Pay increases with tenure and the top of the pay scale is $27.16. This is a union represented position, so the compensation, benefits and conditions of work are collectively bargained.
Who You Are
  • Ability to pass DHS background check to work in a Residential Care Facility (Potential Disqualifying Conviction List)
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Food handler's card or ability to obtain one in the first 3 months of hire.
  • First aid certification or ability to become certified in the first 3 months of hire
  • Motivation to work with people living with HIV/AIDS who require all levels of care.
  • Willingness to work with people with physical and emotional health and/or substance use disorder.
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and adhere to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy requirements.

What You'll Do
  • Cooks and trains in short order and meal service cooking for 20 meals per service
  • Communicate with staff and residents about daily meals.
  • Follows all dietary instructions for residents, including
  • Orients self with updates since last shift
  • Follows all portion size guidelines.
  • Follows all food safety guidelines and maintains kitchen cleanliness
  • Cooks food that is nutritious and follows all dietary instructions for residents

At CAP Northwest, we believe in unlocking potential. If you believe you may have the skills to do a job, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification. CAP Northwest is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We comply with all relevant anti-discrimination laws.
  • Vacation & Health Leave
  • Retirement
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • Life Insurance, Disability, & Family Leave

For more details about our benefits please visit our careers page capnw.org/careers
CAP Northwest cares about the safety of our team members and clients. All new employees are required to provide proof of vaccination status to HR at the time of hire (unless a documented medical or religious exemption is requested and approved).