Cook - Gresham residential facility (Full time)

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW•Gresham, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

NARA Northwest is seeking a dependable and skilled Cook to prepare nutritious, homestyle meals in a residential treatment setting. The Cook prepares breakfast, lunch, and dinner for residents and staff, typically preparing approximately 75–100 meals per service, and assists with meals for meetings, celebrations, and special events. The position follows established menus and recipes developed by the Kitchen Manager and maintains food safety, sanitation, storage, and kitchen organization standards. The Cook also assists with inventory and receiving deliveries, completes opening and closing duties, and builds positive relationships with clients while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. The role is based at 17645 NW St. Helens Rd., Portland, Oregon, through November 15, 2026. Beginning November 16, 2026, it will relocate to 620 NE 2nd St., Gresham, Oregon, during a facility renovation expected to last two to four years. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with shift options of 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; weekends are required. The wage range is $24.15–$27.30 per hour, depending on experience. NARA Northwest’s mission is to provide culturally appropriate education, physical and mental health services, and substance abuse treatment to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and others in need. Employees must comply with the organization’s sobriety policies, including signing its Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification and Modeling Sobriety Policy forms as a condition of employment. The role requires passing applicable drug tests and criminal background and DMV checks. Qualified Native Americans receive hiring preference in accordance with the Indian Preference Act. NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Current Oregon Food Handler’s Card.
At least one year of professional cooking experience; large-batch cooking experience is preferred.
Knowledge of meal preparation, food safety, sanitation, and menu execution.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and sometimes noisy kitchen environment.
Must pass pre-employment or for-cause drug testing, as well as criminal background and DMV checks.
Must agree to comply with NARA Northwest’s drug-free/alcohol-free workplace and modeling sobriety policies.

Nice To Haves

Cooking experience in residential treatment facilities, hospitals, schools, catering, or cafeteria-style settings.
Experience preparing meals in high-volume or batch-cooking settings.
Familiarity with Native American and Alaska Native communities.

Responsibilities

Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Cook homestyle, comfort-food menu items in large batches, preparing approximately 75–100 meals per service.
Assist with meal preparation for meetings, celebrations, and special events.
Follow established menus and recipes developed by the Kitchen Manager.
Maintain food safety, sanitation, and food storage standards.
Assist with inventory, receiving deliveries, and kitchen organization.
Complete opening and closing kitchen duties.
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Build positive relationships with clients while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance through Kaiser Permanente.
Holiday double pay.
13 paid days of sick time.
13 paid days of PTO, with vacation accrual increasing with years of service to a maximum of 26 days.
$50,000 life insurance and AD&D coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Flexible Spending Account.
Health Spending Account.
401(k) with 4% match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Inclement weather days (snow days).
Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility.