Crafted to Crave. Made to Matter.
WE'RE BUILDING A BETTER RESTAURANT
Not just better food.
A better way to work.
For too long, the restaurant industry has accepted burnout, high turnover, and the idea that great food has to come at the expense of the people who make it.
We don't believe that's true.
At CERA, we're proving restaurants can be built differently.
Recognized as one of Portland's highest-rated restaurants, we're building a company where exceptional food, exceptional people, and purpose all matter.
MORE CRAFT
We believe cooking is a craft.
- Scratch cooking
- Real ingredients
- Continuous learning
Better is Better.
If you discover a better technique, a smarter process, or a way to improve the food or guest experience, we'll listen.
MORE FLAVOR
We build food people genuinely crave.
We roast our own meats, make our own sauces, prepare fresh ingredients every day, and obsess over the details because great flavor isn't accidental.
MORE CARE
How we work matters.
How we treat people matters.
How we care for our community and environment matters.
From clean-label cooking and thoughtful sourcing to composting more than 34,000 pounds of food waste over the past five years, we're building a company that's Made to Matter.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for people who:
- Take pride in their work
- Work with purpose
- Stay curious
- Enjoy being part of a team
- Want to keep getting better
Experience matters.
Character matters just as much.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive pay based on experience + tips
- Predictable schedules
- Reduced weekend shifts
- Paid time off
- Employee meals & discounts
- Free onsite gym membership
JOIN US
If you're looking for more than just another restaurant job—and want to help build something better—we'd love to meet you.
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
