Cooking Assistant jobs in Portland, OR

Cooking Assistant prepares raw ingredients for use in recipes. Washes, chops, stores, and handles ingredients. Being a Cooking Assistant prepares portions of ingredients for workstations. May prepare sauces and garnishes or assist cook with basic recipes. Additionally, Cooking Assistant follows all applicable guidelines and regulations for food handling and safety. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Cooking Assistant works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Cooking Instructors and Summer Camp Cooking Staff
  • Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District
  • Beaverton, OR PART_TIME

  • Cooking Instructors and Summer Camp Cooking Staff Positions
    Are you excited about creating delightful culinary experiences and sharing your knowledge? If you have a genuine love for cooking and a desire to teach others your culinary skills, we're looking for someone like you to lead our cooking classes. If you enjoy the art of cooking and have a knack for teaching, we have an incredible opportunity that combines your love for cooking, teaching, and personal growth in a fun and rewarding environment!
     
    The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District is hiring cooking instructors for youth and adult programming, along with upcoming Summer camp cooking staff opportunities. Classes and camps are attended by the community at large, encompassing all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and interests. We seek individuals with the ability to support the needs of individuals as well as manage group dynamics.

    Qualifications (Common to All Positions)
    Applicants should have a strong background in cooking, previous experience in teaching or leading cooking classes, excellent organizational skills, and effective communication abilities.


    Cooking Instructor (Part-time, Year-Round)
    Responsibilities
    As the Cooking Instructor, you will play a pivotal role in leading youth and adult programming, creating a community-oriented and safety-conscious environment.

    Qualifications (Varied by Instructor Level)

    • Instructor I: No teaching experience is required for this entry-level position. We are seeking individuals who love working with people of all ages and abilities, can work inside and outside, and are at least 16 years of age. 

    Pay rate range: $17.90 – $19.00 hourly, depending on experience

    • Instructor II: For this position, a minimum of 1 year of experience in leading and instructing general classes is required. Applicants should be at least 16 years of age.

    Pay rate range: $19.51 – $21.98 hourly, depending on experience

    • Instructor III: Candidates must have over 1 year of experience and specialized training in the assigned program area. Applicants should be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.

    Pay rate range: $21.53 – $24.24 hourly, depending on experience

    • Instructor IV: For this advanced position, we require over two (2) years of experience in the specialty area. Educational/Training qualifications include completion of the twelfth grade plus additional specialized training equivalent to four years of college.

    Pay rate range: $30.29 – $34.09 hourly, depending on experience


    Summer Camp Cooking Staff (Seasonal & Part-time)

    Positions and Responsibilities

    • Camp Recreation Assistant: The cooking camp recreation assistant is responsible for assisting with the planning and instruction of general and/or specialized activities for program participants.

    Pay rate range: $17.65 – $18.18 hourly, depending on experience

    • Camp Assistant Director: The Camp Assistant Director is responsible for the development and implementation of assigned cooking programs, classes or activities. Incumbents in this job classification work independently, within established guidelines, to develop, coordinate, supervise and instruct the day-to-day activities of assigned program area and provide lead direction to assigned part-time staff and/or volunteers.

    Pay rate range: $18.60 – $20.95 hourly, depending on experience

    • Camp Director: As the Cooking Camp Director, you will lead the summer camp's culinary program, managing and coordinating all aspects of cooking camps and classes. Your role is responsible for the development and implementation of assigned recreation programs. Incumbents in this job classification work independently, within established guidelines, to develop, coordinate, supervise, and instruct the day-to-day activities of assigned program areas and provide lead direction to assigned part-time staff and volunteers.

    Pay rate range: $20.51 – $23.08 hourly, depending on experience

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    Application Review
    Our hiring team reviews applications as they come in, considering preferred suitability for the role. If you're a strong fit, they'll reach out directly to discuss next steps.
     
    Scheduling
    Hours vary and are flexible throughout the week. Part-time employees may be scheduled 29 hours or less per week, year-round. Seasonal employees may be scheduled up to 40 hours per week for a maximum duration of 6 consecutive months. Part-time employees are scheduled variable hours and may work less than 1,560 hours per year. 

    The kitchen at Garden Home is available for classes on weekdays from 3:30PM to 8:00PM and Saturdays from 9:00AM to 12:00pm noon. We are seeking staff with availability to work within this range of hours. Summer camp schedules will be released soon. 

    ** Employees receive free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for their household. Be sure to check out the "Benefits" tab to see what the district offers you! **  

    THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@thprd.org.
     
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Administrative Assistant/Kennel Assistant
  • Newberg Animal Shelter, Non-Profit
  • Newberg, OR FULL_TIME
  • Newberg Animal Shelter is operated by the non-profit 501(c)3 organization Newberg Animal Shelter Friends.Mission Statement: We’re a no-kill animal shelter that provides a caring environment for homele...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Assistant Professor/Assistant Scientist
  • Oregon Health & Science University
  • Portland, OR FULL_TIME
  • Department Overview The Vollum Institute is a privately endowed research institute at Oregon Health & Science University dedicated to basic research that will lead to new treatments for neurological a...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Pathology Assistant / Pathology Assistant
  • Cross Country Healthcare
  • Portland, OR FULL_TIME
  • Job Description As a pathology assistant, you'll help pathologists examine surgical specimens. Working in the lab at a hospital or other healthcare facility, you'll process lab samples, perform post m...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Administrative Assistant to Assistant Superintendent
  • Gresham Barlow School District
  • Gresham, OR FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 1261 Position Type: Classified/Administrative Secretary Date Posted: 4/29/2022 Location: District Office Application Deadline: In-District Bargaining Unit Members May 5, 2022. If position is no...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Medical Assistant
  • Life Line Screening
  • Portland, OR FULL_TIME
  • Are you looking for a change with opportunities for career advancement as a Medical Assistant? Are you a new medical assistant graduate looking for an amazing first opportunity to grow your skillset?!...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Sous Chef
  • New Seasons Market, LLC
  • Portland, OR
  • ** Position Description** **Sous Chef** Location **Sellwood** City **Portland, OR** Starting Pay **$17.85 - $21.25** **J...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sous Chef (Full Time + Benefits)
  • Springwood Landing
  • Vancouver, WA
  • Job Description Job Description Springwood Landing, the premier retirement community for active seniors in Vancouver, ha...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Market of Choice - Sous Chef
  • Market of Choice
  • Portland, OR
  • Job Description Job Description DESCRIPTION Market of Choice on Belmont is now hiring for a Sous Chef, starting at $16.2...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Market of Choice - Sous Chef
  • Market Of Choice
  • Portland, OR
  • DESCRIPTION Market of Choice on Belmont is now hiring for a Sous Chef, starting at $16.25/hour to $19.25/hour depending ...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Market of Choice - Sous Chef
  • Market of Choice
  • Portland, OR
  • * #2 Cedar Mill (Beaverton) * Portland, OR, USA * Full Time *Medical/Dental/Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insuranc...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sous Chef
  • Portland Spirit
  • Portland, OR
  • Position: SOUS CHEF Department: Galley Location: Portland, OR Reports to: Executive Chef JOB DESCRIPTION: Will be direct...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Head Cook/ Assistant Dietary Director
  • Seaside Healthcare
  • Portland, OR
  • ** Head Cook/ Assistant Dietary Director** ** Seaside Rehabilitation** **Seaside: A Superior Level of Heath Care** Seasi...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Head Cook/ Assistant Dietary Director
  • First Atlantic Corp.
  • Portland, OR
  • ** Head Cook/ Assistant Dietary Director** ** Seaside Rehabilitation** **Seaside: A Superior Level of Heath Care** Seasi...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Portland is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon and the seat of Multnomah County. It is a major port in the Willamette Valley region of the Pacific Northwest, at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers. As of 2017, Portland had an estimated population of 647,805, making it the 26th-largest city in the United States, and the second-most populous in the Pacific Northwest (after Seattle). Approximately 2.4 million people live in the Portland metropolitan statistical area (MSA), making it the 25th most populous MSA in the United States. Its Combined Statist...
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Income Estimation for Cooking Assistant jobs
$32,639 to $40,091
Portland, Oregon area prices
were up 3.9% from a year ago

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