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Elephants Delicatessen

HR Director

Portland, OR

$95K - $115K/yr

Based at Elephants Delicatessen's headquarters in Portland, with regular in-person presence at company worksites. Local travel to Elephants locations is required. About Elephants A locally owned ...

Elephants Delicatessen

Catering Full Serve

Portland, OR

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Upholding Elephants Delicatessen's Core Values Standard of Excellence, Unity, and Sustainability, as outlined in the employee handbook. Event Serving Present positive image: good body language ...

Elephants Delicatessen

Cook - SE Portland

Portland, OR · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Elephants Central Kitchen is located at 1611 SE 7th Ave. Reliable transportation is required. ?Due to our location, dependable transportation to and from our store is essential. About Elephants A ...

Elephants Food Group Inc

HR Director

Portland, OR · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

Based at Elephants Delicatessen's headquarters in Portland, with regular in-person presence at company worksites. Local travel to Elephants locations is required. About Elephants A locally owned ...

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Elephants Food Group, Inc.

HR Director

Portland, OR · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

Based at Elephants Delicatessen's headquarters in Portland, with regular in-person presence at company worksites. Local travel to Elephants locations is required. About Elephants A locally owned ...

Elephants Food Group Inc

Catering Full Serve

Portland, OR · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Upholding Elephants Delicatessen's Core Values · Standard of Excellence, Unity, and Sustainability, as outlined in the employee handbook. Event Serving · Present positive image: good body language ...

Elephants Food Group Inc

Cook - SE Portland

Portland, OR · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Elephants Central Kitchen is located at 1611 SE 7th Ave. Reliable transportation is required. ?Due to our location, dependable transportation to and from our store is essential. About Elephants A ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for elephants in Oregon is $26.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $30.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an elephant?

Elephants are the largest land mammals in the world, belonging to the family Elephantidae. There are three main species: the African bush elephant, the African forest elephant, and the Asian elephant. Elephants are known for their long trunks, large ears, and strong social bonds within their herds. They play a crucial role in their ecosystems by helping shape their habitats, such as by dispersing seeds and creating water holes used by other animals.

What are the common challenges faced by zookeepers or wildlife specialists working with elephants?

Zookeepers and wildlife specialists working with elephants often encounter challenges such as managing the animals' large size and strength, ensuring their complex social and enrichment needs are met, and monitoring their health closely due to elephants' susceptibility to certain diseases. Collaboration with veterinarians, nutritionists, and behaviorists is essential to provide comprehensive care. Additionally, adapting to each elephant's unique personality and behavioral patterns requires patience and strong observational skills.

What is the difference between Elephants vs Zookeepers?

AspectElephantsZookeepers
Required CredentialsWildlife biology, conservation training, sometimes specialized in large mammalsZoology, animal husbandry, conservation certifications
Work EnvironmentWild habitats, reserves, or sanctuariesZoological parks, aquariums, or wildlife centers
Employer & Industry UsageWildlife conservation organizations, national parksZoological institutions, aquariums, zoos

Elephants are large wild animals requiring specialized conservation knowledge, often working in natural habitats. Zookeepers care for animals like elephants within controlled environments such as zoos or aquariums. While both roles involve animal care and conservation, elephants are typically part of field conservation efforts, whereas zookeepers focus on daily animal husbandry in managed settings.

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Line Cook - Lake Oswego

Elephants Delicatessen

Lake Oswego, OR • On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Description

Salary:

$22.00 - $24.00/hour ($17.00/hour + tips which average an additional $5-$7/hour)


FLSA Status:

Hourly Non-Exempt


Schedule:

Full-time hours - must have flexible availability including weekends and holidays


Requirements:

Current Oregon Food Handler's card


Location & Transportation:

Elephants Lake Oswego is located at 3970 Mercantile Drive. Reliable transportation is required. Due to our location, dependable transportation to and from our store is essential.


About Elephants

A locally owned company since 1979, Elephants Delicatessen pioneered the gourmet food industry in the Pacific Northwest and now has seven Portland-metro area retail locations and a busy catering company, all serving great local foods prepared from scratch. A certified B Corporation, Elephants Delicatessen prides itself on sustainable practices and voluntarily meets a higher standard of transparency and accountability, using the power of business as a force for good.


Elephants Delicatessen is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion.


What we offer:

  • Employer contributed vacation and sick time
  • Kaiser Medical coverage, with alternative care as a bonus (acupuncture, chiropractic, massage therapy, etc.)
  • Mental Health Services
  • Dental, FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts), and 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Training that will fast-track your culinary/hospitality career
  • Free counseling and financial services
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Discounts on our delicious made-from-scratch food
  • Pet insurance
  • Chance to win employee raffles
  • Discounts at Sketchers, Shoes for Crews, Verizon, Sprint, select B Corporations, and many more
  • A commitment to inclusion, diversity, community involvement, employee well-being, and environmental protection

Elephants Delicatessen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


Elephants Delicatessen participates in the E- Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

Please see the following notices for more information:


E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish) Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)

Requirements

About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic, guest-focused Line Cook. The Line Cook is responsible for preparing food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards and following established food production programs and procedures.


The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can balance hospitality with accountability in a fast-paced environment.


What You'll Do

  • Provide exemplary customer service: task pivot and converse with customers
  • Engage in active selling
  • Sale and promotion of products; Help direct customers around the store and menu
  • Maintain excellent product knowledge
  • Produce all food precisely according to Elephant's recipes
  • Properly use equipment as specified by Manager and//or trainer
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area
  • Cross-train in various BOH roles
  • Reinforce service, sanitation, and food safety standards
  • Monitor workflow and pace during peak hours
  • Address guest concerns with professionalism and urgency

What We're Looking For

  • High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and/or Culinary Degree
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in a commercial kitchen, preferably with flat top grill
  • A genuine passion for hospitality and team development
  • Strong communication and organization skills
  • Ability to stay composed and solution-oriented under pressure
  • High standards for cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence
  • Reliability, accountability, and a collaborative mindset

If you love building strong teams, holding high standards, and creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to meet you!

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