Cook – Oregon State Hospital, Salem Campus

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• Valid Oregon driver’s license.

08/27/2026

09/03/2026

Oregon Health Authority

$3,798 - $5,193

Employee

Cook – Oregon State Hospital, Salem Campus

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.

• 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.

A minimum of one year of experience as a cook is required for this position.

• 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.

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.

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

• This announcement is for one full-time, permanent, SEIU represented Cook based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is an on-site position. “Review Section 4:
  Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information.
• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• The salary listed is the non‑PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I‑9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E‑Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and…