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Entry Level Assisted Living Cook Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Prestige Care

Cook - Assisted Living

Pendleton, OR

$14.25 - $19/hr

Prestige Senior Living Juniper House POSITION SUMMARY The Cook prepares food in accordance with menus, diet specifications, resident preference, and sanitary practices under the supervision of the ...

Prestige Care

Cook - Assisted Living

Pendleton, OR · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Prestige Senior Living Juniper House POSITION SUMMARY The Cook prepares food in accordance with menus, diet specifications, resident preference, and sanitary practices under the supervision of the ...

Prairie House

Receptionist - Assisted Living

La Pine, OR · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

In this entry-level role, you would be helping to be the"face" of our assisted living/memory care community. You would be providinggeneral business office services (filing, filling out forms ...

Greenridge Estates Assisted Living

Cook

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Description ABOUT GREENRIDGE ESTATES ASSISTED LIVING Greenridge Estates is a family-owned Assisted ... WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN A COOK We are looking for a Cook who is energized by the thought being ...

Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living and Memory Care

Cook

Bend, OR · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Bachelor Assisted Living and Memory Care, you'll be working in a team environment with new challenges every day. Unlike other cooking positions in hospitality (restaurants, hotels, resorts), in this ...

Sapphire at Sheridan Assisted Living

Cook

Sheridan, OR · On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

The Cook supports all activities of the Dining Services Department including the Kitchen and Dining ... Experience in skilled nursing, assisted living, or healthcare dining. * Food Handler's Card (or ...

Sapphire at Sheridan Assisted Living

Cook

Sheridan, OR · On-site

$18 - $28.04/hr

The Cook supports all activities of the Dining Services Department including the Kitchen and Dining ... Experience in skilled nursing, assisted living, or healthcare dining * Food Handler's Card (or ...

Sapphire at Sheridan Assisted Living

Cook

Sheridan, OR · On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

The Cook supports all activities of the Dining Services Department including the Kitchen and Dining ... Experience in skilled nursing, assisted living, or healthcare dining. * Food Handler's Card (or ...

Sapphire at Sheridan Assisted Living

Cook

Sheridan, OR · On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

The Cook supports all activities of the Dining Services Department including the Kitchen and Dining ... Experience in skilled nursing, assisted living, or healthcare dining * Food Handler's Card (or ...

Meadow Creek Village Assisted Living

Cook

Salem, OR · On-site

$18.50 - $20.50/hr

) As a Cook at Meadow Creek Village you'll be working in a team environment with new challenges every ... Meadow Creek Village (Assisted Living) provides care for residents and their families coming from ...

Westmont Living

Cook

Lincoln City, OR · On-site

$23/hr

We are looking for compassionate and committed COOK to our team ... Lakeview Senior Living is an Assisted Living and Memory Care senior living community that offers ...

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Entry Level Assisted Living Cook information

What qualifications do you need to be an entry level assisted living cook?

Entry level assisted living cooks typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and basic cooking skills. Some facilities may require food safety training or a food handler's permit, and experience working with elderly residents can be beneficial.

What is the difference between Entry Level Assisted Living Cook vs Dietary Aide?

AspectEntry Level Assisted Living CookDietary Aide
CertificationsFood Handler's Permit, Basic Food SafetyFood Handler's Permit, Basic Food Safety
Work EnvironmentAssisted living facilities, preparing meals for residentsHealthcare settings, assisting with meal service and prep
Employer & Industry UsageSenior care, assisted living communitiesHealthcare, long-term care facilities

Both roles involve food safety certifications and work in healthcare-related environments. The Entry Level Assisted Living Cook typically prepares and cooks meals for residents, while the Dietary Aide assists with meal service and support tasks. The main difference lies in responsibilities, with cooks focusing on meal preparation and aides supporting meal delivery and resident needs.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Assisted Living Cook job openings in Oregon as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Cook - Assisted Living

Prestige Care - Five Rivers Senior Living

Tillamook, OR • On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

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Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Come make a difference! Please call Executive Director, Terri Seifert @ 503-842-0918 after you have applied. 

POSITION SUMMARY
The Cook prepares food in accordance with menus, diet specifications, resident preference, and sanitary practices under the supervision of the Food and Nutrition Services Manager or Dining Services Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Prepares, cooks, and serves food in accordance with the menu and food and nutrition standards, including presentation, taste, and texture. Samples food for quality assurance prior to service.
2.Ensures foods are cooked and held at the appropriate temperatures. Records food temperatures throughout the cooking and holding process.
3.Partners with supervisor to review menus and record necessary substitutions.
4.Ensures that food supplies are available and prepared as needed for upcoming meals. Notifies supervisor of needed supplies.
5.Maintains a clean and safe work area, cleaning spills and assisting in daily or scheduled cleaning.
6.Ensures proper storage, rotation, preparation, and labeling of food in accordance with Federal, State, and local guidelines and Prestige policy. Discards outdated food.
7.Partners with dietary staff to ensure equipment is working properly and at the appropriate temperature. Records temperature of equipment throughout shift as needed. Reports faulty equipment immediately.
8.Follows facility fire safety, infection control, and hazardous chemical practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions.
9.Assists in planning and preparing food services for special meals, events, and parties as needed.
10.Assists in storing incoming food and supplies as assigned.
11.Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings.
12.Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPANY WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Demonstrates Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust.
2.Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents' families, visitors, and staff.
3.Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to residents, team members, the department/center/community, and company information and records.
4.Maintains a safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A minimum of one year experience cooking in a restaurant or the dietary department of a hospital or similar environment. General kitchen/dietary experience may be considered in lieu of direct cooking experience. Must have required State certification or food service license.
 
EDUCATION
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.

EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED - At Prestige, it is our promise topersonally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on ourcore values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect, that are at thecenter of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforcethat represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures,backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and howwe celebrate what makes us different.

Prestige is proud to be an EqualEmployment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race,religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, orrelated medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability,or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Information About Prestige Senior Living - Five Rivers

Located at 3500 12th Street in Tillamook,Prestige Senior Living - Five Rivers is a 64 apartment assisted living, and 24apartment independent living (88 total apartments) community. Five Rivers'recently won the "Best of Tillamook Silver Award," which probably is indicativeof our fun and engaging culture we have! Our leadership is very involved intraining and development and strong knowledge of all departments. Five Riversis unique, as we have pets in our community, a movie theater, and a home-likesetting.

Five Rivers' ability to fluctuate the level of care needsfor our residents makes it a great place not only for residents, but also forour team members to learn, grow, and build relationships with our residents.

Our community employs many high performing, empathetichealthcare providers that serve our residents, and keep our community lookingabsolutely stunning. If working in a home-like setting, in a strong teamatmosphere that has a strong promote-from-within culture, then Prestige SeniorLiving - Five Rivers is the place for you.

Who Is Prestige Care?

Prestige Care is a family of over 75 skilled nursing +post-acute care centers, as well as assisted living and memory care communitiesin 8 Western states. We are an organization of over 5,000 team members whoserve thousands of residents, where we have the privilege of personallytouching their lives every day.

We have four core values of integrity, trust, commitment,and respect that guide everything that we do. With a strong commitment tocareer development and advancement, Prestige Care is a employer that can helpyou achieve your career goals and objectives. With a healthcare career atPrestige Care, you will enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented environment whereyour work truly matters at the end of every day.

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