Chef

Harvest Homes is seeking a full time Chef to join our Memory Care Community. Apply today! #carestaff

Job Overview:

The Chef‘s primary responsibility is to plan and prepare meals from scratch that are memorable, enjoyable, nutritious, and community-building experiences. The Chef supports residents and accommodates their individual tastes and service plans by engaging them in the meal planning and preparation process. The chef plays an important role in establishing the kitchen as the heart of every home by creating a welcoming and supportive kitchen environment.

Compensation Range: $17-$19 per hour (based on experience level)

Shift: Saturday and Sunday from 6 AM - 2 PM and Monday-Wednesday from 10 AM to 6:30 PM

Location: 6921 N Roberts Ave., Portland, Oregon 97203

Job Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Preparation and oversight of household meals
• Prepare healthy, nutritious meals, from scratch whenever possible
• Maintain unit portions and report when a resident eats less than usual
• Utilize fruits and vegetables grown in the gardens whenever possible
• Understand and follow each resident’s service plan as it relates to nutrition and hydration
• Support residents’ autonomy by allowing residents to do as much for themselves as possible

Job Qualifications:

• Experience cooking on a large scale
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
• Ability to pass a food service sanitation course
• Obtain Food Handlers card
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow recipes
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
• Experience in food service or restaurant experience required
• Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices

Job Benefits (full time only):

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

You must a U.S. Citizen and reside within the State of Oregon to apply.

*Please have reliable means of transportation/commuting to work.

*We do not offer VISA sponsorship or relocation assistance.

**Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled. No Covid vaccine required.**

To learn more about us, visit https://harvesthomes.com/

We look forward to hearing from you! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to careers@vandahealth.net

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Portland, OR 97203 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portland, OR 97203: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19