Cook

**Join Our Team as a Part-Time Temporary Cook at Ocean Beach Health!** Are you someone who enjoys creating great food and making a difference in people's day? At Ocean Beach Health, our Dietary team plays an essential role in patient care and staff satisfaction. We are looking for a **Full-Time Temporary Cook** who brings both skill and heart to the kitchen-with the potential for this role to become permanent. As a mission-driven, non-profit healthcare organization, we are committed to providing compassionate, patient-focused care for our community. When you join our team, you become part of a supportive environment that values collaboration, quality, and connection. ### **Why Choose Us?** **Comprehensive Benefits:** Medical, dental, and vision insurance **Work-Life Balance:** Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays **Community Impact:** 8 hours of paid volunteer time per year **Financial Security:** Retirement plan with 5% employer match after one year **Well-Being Support:** Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources **Mission-Driven Work:** Be part of a team that truly makes a difference ### **Position Overview** The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals in accordance with planned menus, dietary requirements, and food safety standards. This role supports patients, residents, and staff by delivering high-quality, nutritious meals in a timely and professional manner. ### **Key Responsibilities** - Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and dietary guidelines - Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served in compliance with food safety and sanitation standards - Follow modified diets and special meal requirements as directed - Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food preparation areas - Assist with food ordering, inventory, and stock rotation as needed - Collaborate with the Dietary team to ensure efficient kitchen operations - Provide excellent service to patients, residents, and staff ### **Qualifications** - Previous cooking experience preferred, ideally in a healthcare or institutional setting - Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures - Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions accurately - Strong attention to detail and time management skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Food Handler's Permit (or ability to obtain upon hire) ### **Work Schedule** Part-time, temporary position with varied shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed. ### **Location Perks** Located on the beautiful Long Beach Peninsula, Ocean Beach Health offers the perfect blend of meaningful work and coastal living. Enjoy scenic views, a close-knit community, and an easy drive to Portland or Seattle. ### **Ready to Join Us?** If you're passionate about food, teamwork, and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that feels like family. **Equal Opportunity & Pre-Employment Requirements** Ocean Beach Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our patients, residents, and staff, all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. This screening includes testing for marijuana, in accordance with applicable laws and our organizational policies. **For more information, please contact HR at employment@oceanbeachhospital.com.**