Seasonal Event Prep and Execution Cook, Part Time
Located just minutes from downtown Portland, Amaterra is perched high in the tree-filled slopes of the city’s West Hills. Built on a foundation of food and beverage excellence, our culinary team partners with local farmers, vendors, and ranchers to create dishes and experiences that celebrate the bounty of the Pacific Northwest.
About the role
As a Seasonal Event Prep & Execution Cook at Amaterra, you will contribute to a high-quality restaurant operation while joining a passionate, creative, and driven culinary team. Your work will help create a spectacular dining experience for our Event & Catering guests. Your commitment to delivering the highest quality of food, product standards, sanitation, and safety will ensure every guest’s experience is extraordinary.
Responsibilities
- Effectively communicate in a busy kitchen environment
- Perform basic math to scale recipes up or down
- Read recipes, follow directions, and take proper notes
- Work as a team to efficiently and effectively prep and execute daily goals
- Maintain punctuality with a positive and proactive mindset
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience in gourmet, scratch-casual fine dining, event, catering, or banquet kitchens
Pay
Wages range between $20–$23.00 per hour + tips (based on experience).
Schedule
Seasonal position: August – October. Set schedule: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 12:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Benefits
- On-Demand pay, allowing you to access your earnings as you earn them
- Paid time off
- On-site employee parking
- Back-of-house (BOH) hourly tip pool
- On-site food & beverage discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Complimentary Social Membership to dine in the restaurant and experience our Tasting Room