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Entry Level Assisted Living Cook Jobs in Portland, OR

Greenridge Estates Assisted Living

Cook

Lake Oswego, OR

$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 ...

Greenridge Estates Operating, LLC

Cook

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description ABOUT GREENRIDGE ESTATES ASSISTED LIVING Greenridge ... WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN A COOK We are looking for a Cook who is energized by the thought being ...

Mary's Woods

Dietary Cook

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$22/hr

Mary's Woods is looking for a Dietary Cook with professional experience, passion and creativity ... We offer independent living, assisted living, memory care and residential care in a park-like ...

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How much do entry level assisted living cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level assisted living cook in Portland, OR is $17.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.28 and $19.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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 in a kitchen or with elderly residents can be beneficial.

What are the most commonly searched types of Assisted Living Cook jobs in Portland, OR?

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Assisted Living Cook job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,357 per year, or $17 per hour.

Cook - Assisted Living

Prestige Care - Beaverton Hills Senior Living

Beaverton, OR

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description


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.

Prestige Senior Living Beaverton Hills


Information About Prestige Senior Living -Beaverton Hills

Located at 4525 SW 99th Ave. in Beaverton, PrestigeSenior Living - Beaverton Hills is a 60 apartment all assisted living community.While not gigantic, it is beautiful, well kept, in a convenient part of townand has lots of ambient light. It's a true gem of a workplace!

Beaverton Hills has a "lodge-type" setting; very uniquein the area with a fun, caring, and loving healthcare family. A few years ago,they won the "Bronze" award through the American Health CareAssociation/National Center for Assisted Living, showcasing our strongcommitment to care excellence for our residents. Our leadership at thecommunity likes to lead by teaching the "why" behind our care, with an ear toall team members.

This is a culture of high performance and teamwork. Allmanagers at the community are available and present at all times to support ourteam. By working at Beaverton Hills you would be enjoying a strong coachingleadership style, a supportive environment, and one in which you are empoweredto own your role, and enjoy opportunities for career advancement.

If working in a home-like setting, with a strong teamatmosphere, at a national award-winning employer that has a greatpromote-from-within culture, then Prestige Senior Living - Beaverton Hills isthe place for you.

Who Is Prestige Care/Prestige Senior Living?

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.


Questions? Contact BeavertonHillsED@prestigecare.com

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