Cook - Oregon State Hospital, Salem Campus

Agency:
Oregon Health Authority

Position Type:
Employee

Salary Range: $3798 - $5193

Initial Posting Date: 10/16/2026

Final date to receive applications: 10/23/2026

Location:

Salem, Oregon

The Oregon State Hospital, a division of the Oregon Health Authority, has an opportunity for a Cook to join an excellent team. We are looking for a passionate individual who supports Oregon State Hospital's mission, which includes supporting one's recovery and community reintegration, all in a safe environment. The Oregon State Hospital (OSH) is a psychiatric hospital under the direction of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) that inspires hope, promotes safety, and supports recovery.

OSH employs over 2,000 FTE and serves over 600 patients each day on two campuses. OSH provides therapeutic, evidence-based, patient-centered treatment focusing on patient recovery and community reintegration.

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

For a full review of the position description, please .

• Minimum Qualifications: One year of experience as a cook in a food service facility OR Possession of a certificate of completion in culinary arts and/or food and hospitality service from a certified community college or technical school.
• NOTE: This position requires the employee to obtain a food handler’s card within 30 days of hire.
• Special
  
  Qualifications:
  
  A minimum of one year of experience as a cook is required for this position.
• Desired Attributes: Experience cooking for 120 plus people per meal in an institutional setting. Experience cooking and preparing therapeutic diets and texture modifications. Experience following and applying food service policies and procedures. Valid SERV Safe certification. Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and internet browsers. Basic knowledge of arithmetic. Valid Oregon driver’s license.
• Preference Statement: Applicants who have completed the Marion County Advanced Food Management Principles and Concepts Training, including HACCP Certification, at the time of appointment may be extended preference.

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity to showcase your skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in the submission requirements listed below.

• Resume (required) – Attach your current resume that includes your education, work experience and skills relevant to this position as it relates to meeting the requirements of this position.
• Cover Letter (optional) – Attach a cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and accomplishments and why you believe you would be the best candidate for this position.
• Supplemental Questions – Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.

Final Check! – Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for submitting your Veterans’ Preference documentation. Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the…