Cook

Touchmark•Portland, OR

1d•$22 - $25

About The Position

Are you ready to grow your culinary skills, work with premium ingredients, and earn wages competitive with Portland’s top restaurants—all in a more balanced, low-stress environment? If you thrive in a professional kitchen and love being part of a talented culinary team, but want more creativity, outstanding benefits, and evenings free, we invite you to explore an exciting opportunity with Touchmark in the West Hills. As Portland’s premier full-service retirement community, Touchmark is known for enriching the lives of residents and their families through five-star hospitality, exceptional services, and elevated dining experiences. Our culinary program goes far beyond traditional senior living dining—we take pride in creating restaurant-quality meals, beautifully plated dishes, and memorable dining moments every day. We are currently seeking passionate and skilled Line Cooks to join our culinary team. At Touchmark, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a kitchen you can truly be proud of. Our mission to enrich lives extends not only to our residents, but also to our team members. We believe exceptional food starts with exceptional people, and we empower our culinary staff to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a healthy work/life balance that is rare in the restaurant industry. As a Line Cook, you understand the difference that fresh ingredients, precision, and presentation make in the dining experience. You will play an essential role in preparing high-quality meals that nourish, delight, and bring people together. From perfectly executed entrées to thoughtfully prepared healthy options, your work will help uphold Touchmark’s Gold Standard in food quality, preparation, and presentation. This role offers the unique opportunity to build relationships with a wonderful community of residents and team members, contribute creative ideas, and help educate others on flavorful, healthy dining choices—all while being part of a mission-driven organization that truly values hospitality.

Requirements

A strong commitment to Touchmark’s values of excellence, teamwork, hospitality, integrity, and compassion
A desire to model these values and encourage others to be allies, friends, and givers
High school diploma or equivalent
At least 1 year of Line Cook experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment
A strong attendance and reliability history
The ability to lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods
A positive, professional attitude when interacting with residents, family members, guests, and team members
A passion for creating beautifully prepared meals and memorable dining experiences