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Capital Manor

ASSISTANT COOK

Salem, OR · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Works under the Head Cook to coordinate meal production and timing. PRINCIPLE DUTIES: Essential Job Duties: * Prepares all soups, stocks, sauces; boils, braises and roasts items as per standardized ...

CAPITAL MANOR INC

ASSISTANT COOK

Salem, OR · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Works under the Head Cook to coordinate meal production and timing. PRINCIPLE DUTIES: Essential Job Duties: * Prepares all soups, stocks, sauces; boils, braises and roasts items as per standardized ...

North Bend School District 13

Food Server

North Bend, OR · On-site

$15.03 - $17.93/hr

To assist the Food Service Head Cook in food preparation, including cooking and baking, serving, clean-up, and the planning of all meals during scheduled shift. Distinguishing Characteristics:

North Bend School District 13

Food Server

North Bend, OR · On-site

$15.03 - $17.93/hr

To assist the Food Service Head Cook in food preparation, including cooking and baking, serving, clean-up, and the planning of all meals during scheduled shift. Distinguishing Characteristics:

Ready Chef Llc

Prep Cook

Keizer, OR · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

All in Meals ® is hiring Prep Cooks. Get Paid top Dollar in Salem-Keizer! All in Meals ® is ... The successful candidate will assist the Head Chef in preparing ingredients, cooking and par ...

Ready Chef Llc

Prep Cook

Keizer, OR · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

All in Meals ® is hiring Prep Cooks. Get Paid top Dollar in Salem-Keizer! All in Meals ® is ... The successful candidate will assist the Head Chef in preparing ingredients, cooking and par ...

Noble House Pacific City LLC

Line Cook

Pacific City, OR · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

As a line cook, you will assist in the preparation of delicious dishes in the kitchen. You'll ... by the head chef and sous chef. * Manage inventory of ingredients, ensuring that all necessary ...

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What is the difference between Head Cooks vs Line Cooks?

AspectHead CooksLine Cooks
CredentialsHigh school diploma, culinary training, experienceHigh school diploma, culinary training often preferred
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role in restaurants, hotels, institutionsKitchen station work in restaurants, hotels, institutions
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in restaurants, catering, hospitalityFound in similar settings, often reporting to Head Cooks
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in kitchensLearning about specific kitchen station tasks

Head Cooks oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure food quality, while Line Cooks focus on preparing dishes at specific stations. Head Cooks have more supervisory responsibilities, whereas Line Cooks specialize in cooking tasks. Both roles are essential in culinary settings, but they differ in scope and leadership level.

How much do head cooks get paid?

Head cooks typically earn a median annual salary of around $50,000 to $60,000, depending on experience, location, and the type of establishment. Salaries can range from approximately $30,000 for entry-level positions to over $80,000 for experienced head cooks in high-end or busy restaurants.

What does a head cook do?

A head cook is responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, managing staff, planning menus, ensuring food quality and safety, and maintaining inventory. They often coordinate with other kitchen staff and may require culinary skills, leadership abilities, and knowledge of health regulations.
What are the most commonly searched types of Cooks jobs in Oregon? The most popular types of Cooks jobs in Oregon are:
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Site Cook 1 - Head Start

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency

Salem, OR • On-site

$17.88/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Our Vision: All people are respected for their infinite worth, and supported to envision and reach a positive future
Working at MWVCAA means becoming part of a mission-driven community dedicated to equity, dignity, and opportunity for all. We offer competitive pay, a rich company culture that values diversity, and an array of benefits - but we consider the best benefit here to be the reward of helping those in our community live better lives. Come find meaningful work and bring your skills as a Site Cook 1. Your main responsibilities will be to prepare breakfasts and snacks and serves lunches cooked and delivered from commercial Head Start kitchens, washes dishes, and maintains kitchen sanitation. The Site Cook 1 is assigned to large kitchens supports Site Cook 2's with food preparation, delivery, serving, dishwashing, and cleaning.
This team offers a lot of growth opportunities and professional development through hands-on experience and education.
This is a benefitted fulltime position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Six months of experience in food service.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
  • Driver qualifications are required for this position. Valid driver license, insured vehicle available for use on the job, and a satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required. Locations may include Salem, Independence, Dallas, Stayton, Woodburn, Jefferson.
  • Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division.
  • CPR/First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
  • Food Handlers Card or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
  • ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
  • Candidate must pass pre-employment physical examination, renewable every two years.
  • Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Experience with light cooking, and preparing food, for large and small groups.
  • Demonstrated proficiencies with Microsoft Office (including Outlook), videoconferencing platforms, and Web Tools.
  • Must possess excellent organizational, record keeping, and math skills.

WHAT YOU WILL DO TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. A full job description is attached.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.
  • Possesses working knowledge of program policies and procedures and CACFP regulations. Attends required meetings and trainings to stay updated on current policies.
  • Prepares food in compliance with CACFP guidelines, and according to menus and special dietary needs.
  • Follows recipes and cycle menu to ensure consistent, quality food to all children.
  • Performs light cooking for breakfast and snacks.
  • Submits accurate and complete records for all snacks, lunches, special meals, and required reports for CACFP, according to program deadlines.
  • Maintains appropriate documentation and respects the confidentiality of children's records.
  • Picks up cooked lunches from Head Start sites with commercial kitchens. Delivers meals from kitchen to classrooms.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
  • Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Employee will be standing for the majority of the workday.
  • Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
  • Use of kitchen equipment including, but not limited to range, oven, dishwasher, and small cooking appliances.
  • Frequent driving in all weather conditions to Agency Head Start and Early Head Start sites

WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • Indoor work environment with frequent interruptions and demands.
  • Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
  • Work environment is occasionally warm, humid and temperatures vary (particularly in/near refrigerators and freezers and appliances).
  • Variable and flexible schedule according to program needs.

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at (503) 585-6232.
If you need ADA accommodations to apply for MWVCAA job openings, please contact Human Resources at or call 503-585-6232 to ask for a HR Team Member.
Child Care Division Central Background Registration and pre-employment drug screening is required.

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