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University of Portland dining venue seeks experienced cooks with two years of kitchen experience. Full-time position offers $19-22 per hour, free parking, and meal perks. Weekend and night availability is required.

OK Chicken and Khao Soi seeks a skilled Thai cook with at least 2 years of experience in Thai cuisine. This Thai specialty restaurant is looking for a talented individual to join their team. Located in Portland, Oregon, on SE Division St.

Hat Yai Belmont, a Thai specialty restaurant, seeks an experienced cook with at least 2 years of experience in Thai cuisine. A skilled and knowledgeable cook is required for this role. Minimum 2 years of experience is necessary.
Central Provisions seeks a skilled cook to join their team. The ideal candidate is a culinary professional with a passion for creative cuisine. Competitive opportunity in a fine dining environment.
Soho House Portland seeks a skilled Line Cook II to maintain multiple stations and prepare food with precision. This role requires a calm and skilled individual who can thrive in fast-paced environments. A successful candidate will demonstrate highly skilled abilities and positively influence the team.
Soho House Portland seeks a skilled Lead Line Cook to assist senior chefs and supervise staff. The ideal candidate is passionate about food and people, with experience managing kitchen stations. A positive and knowledgeable leader is desired.
Skilled Cook needed for Portland kitchen's evening shifts. Team-oriented individual with a passion for food wanted to prepare dishes to perfection. Shared tip pool benefits offered.
Skilled Breakfast Cook needed for a new Portland kitchen. A motivated team player is required to prepare dishes to perfection. Tip pool is shared equally among cooks.
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Roughly $16–$26 an hour — more at high-volume venues and busy weekend service.
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