Line Cook Jobs in Portland, OR
DishwasherHero+ connects line cooks in Portland with restaurant, hotel, and catering shifts — as a W-2 employee with weekly pay, workers' compensation, and full employment protections. Rates: $17–$22/hr. Serving Pearl District, Downtown, Southeast Portland, Alberta Arts. Portland's independent restaurant density means steady dish pit and prep shifts.
What Line Cooks Do
Cook and plate dishes to order at a station in a busy commercial kitchen. Execute recipes consistently during high-volume service.
- Cook and plate dishes to order at your assigned station
- Maintain station cleanliness and mise en place throughout service
- Follow recipes and plating standards consistently
- Communicate with the expo and other line cooks during service
- Assist with prep work before and after service
Why Work Line Cook Shifts Through DishwasherHero+?
W-2 Employment
Oregon BOLI wage and predictive scheduling compliance. Taxes withheld, workers' comp included — not 1099.
Weekly Pay
$17–$22/hr, deposited directly to your account every week.
Flexible Shifts
Browse available line cook shifts in Pearl District and beyond — work when you want.
Multiple Venues in Portland
Work across restaurants, hotels, and catering companies in Pearl District, Downtown, Southeast Portland, Alberta Arts.
Line Cook Shifts by Neighborhood in Portland
Jump to line cook shifts in your area of Portland. Select a neighborhood to filter the shift preview below — or view all shifts across Pearl District, Downtown, Southeast Portland, Alberta Arts.
Pearl District
Line Cook shifts in Pearl District — $17–$22/hr, weekly pay.
Downtown
Line Cook shifts in Downtown — $17–$22/hr, weekly pay.
Southeast Portland
Line Cook shifts in Southeast Portland — $17–$22/hr, weekly pay.
Alberta Arts
Line Cook shifts in Alberta Arts — $17–$22/hr, weekly pay.
Line Cook Jobs in Portland — FAQs
Are line cook jobs in Portland W-2 or 1099?
All line cook positions through DishwasherHero+ in Portland are W-2 employment. That means payroll taxes are withheld, workers' compensation is covered, and you have full employment protections under Oregon BOLI wage and predictive scheduling compliance.
How much do line cooks make in Portland?
Line Cooks through DishwasherHero+ in Portland earn $17–$22 per hour as W-2 employees. Pay is deposited weekly directly to your account.
What neighborhoods in Portland can I work in?
DishwasherHero+ covers Pearl District, Downtown, Southeast Portland, Alberta Arts and the broader Portland area. Available shifts depend on restaurant demand — you can browse shifts in your preferred area and accept the ones that fit your schedule.
Do I need experience to get line cook jobs in Portland?
Minimum 1 year commercial kitchen experience required. Once you're approved, you can browse available line cook shifts in Portland and start working within days.
How do I apply for line cook jobs in Portland?
Sign up in under 5 minutes at dishwasherhero.com, complete a quick background check, and start browsing available line cook shifts in Portland. No resume or interview required.
How does scheduling work for line cook shifts in Portland?
You choose the shifts you want. Open line cook shifts across Pearl District, Downtown, Southeast Portland and the rest of Portland are posted with the venue, start time, and hours before you accept. There is no minimum weekly commitment, and you can work as little or as often as your schedule allows.
When do line cooks get paid in Portland?
Pay is issued weekly by direct deposit for every confirmed line cook shift worked in Portland, with taxes withheld as a W-2 employee. Rates run $17–$22 per hour depending on venue and shift.
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