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Prep Cook

Mary's Woods at Marylhurst Inc
Oswego, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 9/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/2/2026

Mary's Woods is looking for a Prep Cook with professional experience, passion and creativity. As a Prep Cook, you will be essential in contributing toward preparing freshly made meals for our residents and guests at Mary's Woods. You will be working with the heart of the back of house leadership while maintaining menus that are standardized and prepared consistently each day.

Mary's Woods is a non-profit senior living community founded in 2001. We offer independent living, assisted living, memory care and residential care in a park-like setting on 40 acres in Lake Oswego. We pride ourselves on our rich heritage, spirit of caring and welcoming culture. We are seeking passionate team members to join us in fulfilling our mission and values.

Below are some of the core responsibilities, experience and skills needed to be successful:

  • Responsible for the preparation of all food items on the menu for residents and personnel according to the work production sheets
  • Responsible for following prep lists, cutting, measuring, portioning, maintaining an orderly work station
  • Responsible for the proper cleaning and sanitation of equipment, sweeping and occasionally moping and garbage
  • May be required to receive food deliveries and cooperate in the preparation of food for other work shifts
  • Able to relate positively and favorably to staff, residents and families, and to work as a team with other employees at all levels

Education and Experience Required:

  • Education and/or experience equivalent to the completion of a high school diploma or GED
  • Previous experience as a prep cook and/or dishwasher in a quality food services operation is required
  • Previous experience using a commercial dish machine is required 
  • Current Oregon Food Handlers card

Employee Benefits:

  • Free Employee TriMet Pass
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Flexible Spending Account first of the month after hire (working 30 hours per week)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 403b with match 
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Access to Fitness Center & Pool
  • Complimentary Food Item per Shift

Schedule Available:

  • Friday - Tuesday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

This is a full-time position that will include working weekends and holidays. The starting wage depends on experience, certification and education.

Working at Mary's Woods in any capacity means you're supporting an organization with a mission rooted in the core values of respect, compassion, excellence, stewardship and justice. We are committed to hospitality in every sense of the word -- priding ourselves on providing exceptional care to residents, opportunities for our employees and neighborliness to our surrounding community. You’re encouraged to apply today if these principles resonate with you!

If you experience any challenges with the application process, please contact Mary’s Woods HR Department at MWHR@maryswoods.org

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