Cook II

keenfootwear· Kanteen
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📍 Portland, OR💰 USD 22–23

About this role

Job Summary

The Cook II efficiently prepares and serves meals for daily service and catered events according to menu and recipe guidelines. This role follows kitchen opening and closing procedures adhering to local health department requirements. This role must adhere to a professional and courteous demeanor with the ability to interact with guests on a regular basis.

Essential Functions

Description

  • Prepares meal ingredients, including washing, peeling, cutting, and assembling food items.
  • Receives orders from kitchen point of sale. Understands operation of the point-of-sale system.
  • Executes meal preparation according to recipe standards and dietary restrictions.
  • Provides accurate meal descriptions to guests with continued knowledge of menu.
  • Adheres to proper food handling, sanitation, safety, and personal hygiene and health standards.
  • Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, equipment, and food storage.
  • Maintains food pars and communicates production needs to the manager/chef on duty.
  • Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to kitchen manager.
  • Maintains flexibility in position and task to ensure success within varying service styles.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause.

Qualifications

  • Oregon Food Handler's card required.
  • One (1) year culinary experience required.

Any equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Working knowledge of kitchen and food safety.
  • Strong knife skills.
  • Ability to work quickly and effectively with others.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Treats all team members with respect and courtesy.
  • Strong customer focus.
  • Ability and willingness to shift into any kitchen position when needed.

Travel Required: No

Base Salary: $21.50 - $22.50 per hour

The salary range posted for this position represents the anticipated hiring range for this role. Offers are made within this range based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, and market considerations. This is the hiring range for the position; compensation above the posted maximum is not typically available at the time of hire.

Work Location: In-Person

Why Work at KEEN:  Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that’s on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place.  

Fuerst Group, KEEN, and Chrome are equal opportunity employers.  We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Cook II role at keenfootwear?
The listed salary for this Cook II position at keenfootwear is USD 22–23. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Cook II position at keenfootwear located?
This Cook II role at keenfootwear is based in Portland, OR. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Cook II at keenfootwear belong to?
This Cook II position is part of the Kanteen department at keenfootwear. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Cook II position at keenfootwear?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to keenfootwear's official application portal hosted on greenhouse where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Cook II job at keenfootwear posted?
This Cook II position at keenfootwear was posted on Jul 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Cook II
keenfootwear · 💰 USD 22–23
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