Stars Cook

Newport, Oregon

Samaritan Health Services
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  • JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
    • Keeps the kitchen running smoothly and maintains a clean and sanitary environment while adhering to Oregon regulatory guidelines. Participates in coordinating the staffing of the kitchen, developing menus, forecasting supply needs and estimating costs. Prepares, cooks and presents well-balanced meals.
  • DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
    • Samaritan Treatment and Recovery Services provide a continuum of substance use services to adults and their families. Members of the Samaritan Treatment and Recovery team work in a multi-disciplinary approach, in both residential and outpatient settings providing evidenced, trauma informed treatment.
  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
    • High school diploma or equivalent required.
    • Two (2) years food production or kitchen management experience required. Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
    • One (1) of the following required:
      • Successful completion of Food Handler's course within 30 days of hire and ServSafe certification within 60 days of hire.
      • ServSafe certification within 30 days of hire.
    • If a graduate of STARS, must have a minimum of one (1) year from completion of the program to be eligible for hire.
    • All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment/post offer drug screen.
  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
    • Food and Beverage Preparation and Service - Knowledge of food and beverages including recipes and menus as well as food preparation and equipment. Ability to operate machines, to clean food service areas, and to safely prepare and serve hot or cold beverages and food.
    • Food Safety - Knowledge of and ability to follow food safety practices and procedures required to keep clients and the public safe from food borne illness and cross contamination. Ability to perform and monitor the safety and security of food service operations. Knowledge of food quality, tests and inspections of products, services, or processes. Ability to evaluate quality of products provided.
    • Team Centered Mutual Support - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
    • Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
    • Service Orientation - Successfully apply knowledge of various resources/lines of service to assist and care for others. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service to clients, community members and co-workers. This includes assessing the changing needs of each individual, meeting quality standards for services and evaluating customer satisfaction.
    • Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent situations that may arise within a fast paced food service operation. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt service to offer best possible care to clients.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    • Rarely
      (1 - 10% of the time)

      Occasionally
      (11 - 33% of the time)

      Frequently
      (34 - 66% of the time)

      Continually
      (67 - 100% of the time)

      SIT

      WALK - INCLINE

      CLIMB - STAIRS

      CLIMB - LADDER

      ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 - 60 Lbs

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 60 or more Lbs

      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 40 - 60 Lbs

      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 60 or more Lbs

      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 20 - 40 Lbs

      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 40 - 60 Lbs

      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 60 or more Lbs

      CARRY 1-handed, 20 - 40 pounds

      CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds

      SQUAT Repetitive

      KNEEL (on knees)

      BEND FORWARD at waist

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 - 40 Lbs

      SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

      REACH - Upward

      STAND

      WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0-20 Lbs

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

      CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

      CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

      ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

      ROTATE TRUNK Standing

      REACH - Forward

      PUSH (0 - 20 pounds force)

      PULL (0 - 20 pounds force)

      MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

      FINGER DEXTERITY

      PINCH Fingers

      GRASP Hand/Fist
Date Posted: 21 April 2025
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