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Cook - Detox Facility

  2026-05-11     Recovery Works Northwest     Portland,OR  
Description:

About Recovery Works NW

We are committed to non-judgmental, compassionate care for people navigating substance use and mental health challenges. If you want to be part of our 16-bed, home-style medically managed withdrawal management facility, we'd love to hear from you. Cover letters encouraged.

About the Role

  • Flexibility to include an extended afternoon break between lunch and dinner if preferred
  • A comfortable, home-style kitchen-no industrial cafeteria feel
  • Creative freedom to plan and cook your own menus
  • Friendly, casual atmosphere with opportunities to interact with patients and staff
  • A chance to use food as comfort, connection, and care in recovery

Schedule
  • Thursday - Sunday
  • 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Compensation & Benefits
  • Starting at $21/hr DOE
    • Additional $1/hr shift differential for weekends=$22/hr
  • PTO (earned on an accrual basis with increases at one year and every 5 years thereafter)
  • Sick Time (40 hours annually)
  • Paid Holidays (Outpatient) / Time and a Half Holiday Pay (Detox)
  • 401k and up to 3% match after 3 months of employment
  • Up to $400 per year for approved CEUs
  • All required licensure/certification costs for position paid for by the company
  • We offer three medical insurance plan options, allowing employees to choose the coverage that best first their needs and budget
  • Dental insurance 100% paid by the company (option to add family members which are paid for by the employee)
  • Life insurance 100% paid for by the company
  • HSA, Medical FSA, and Dependent Care FSA available
  • Access to supplemental accident, critical illness, and additional life insurance coverage

What You'll Do
  • Prepare and cook meals according to dietary requirements and portion control guidelines
  • Ensure that food is prepared and presented in an attractive and appetizing manner
  • Collaborate with the detox staff to plan menus, estimate food requirements, and order necessary supplies
  • Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, and proper food storage and rotation
  • Maintain accurate records of food production, temperature logs, and other required documentation
  • Utilize infection control protocols and allergen management

Minimum Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Current food handlers permit
  • Previous experience as a cook in a healthcare or institutional food service setting is preferred
  • Knowledge of therapeutic and modified diets commonly used in a clinical setting
  • Understanding of proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices
  • Ability to read and interpret recipes, menus, and production sheets
  • Current CPR certification, or willingness to obtain via company-paid class within 6 weeks of hire.

Position is contingent on passing an OHA Background check and successful completion of a urine analysis (UA) after accepting job offer

Recovery Works NW is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recovery Works NW participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program. As part of our hiring process, you may be invited to complete a voluntary questionnaire to help us determine if you belong to one of the targeted groups.


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