Prep Cook

Samaritan's Purse - North Wilkesboro, NC

- Entry Level

North Wilkesboro, NC

Social Assistance

About the position

Samaritan's Purse is looking for a Prep Cook who can use their culinary skills at our ministry site in North Wilkesboro, NC. The ideal candidate is meticulous at preparing nutritional food. You will use approved menus and recipes while adhering to all policies including minimum waste, food safety, and sanitation. Join this team and use your gifts and talents for His Kingdom!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to approved menus and standardized recipes, while keeping waste to a minimum.
• Apply basic food preparation techniques and terminology.
• Put away stock delivered by food service vendors. Ensure proper dating, rotation, and storage.
• Monitor food quality using Food Safe methods as directed. Apply correct cooking temperatures.
• Maintain the kitchen, eating and service areas, storage areas, and cooler/freezer facilities in a clean and orderly manner. Sweep and mop floors.
• Assist with daily closing duties, which include washing dishes, removing trash, and breaking down boxes.
• Ensure towels, aprons, and chef coats are laundered.
• Follow the policies and procedures of Samaritan's Purse as outlined in the Policy Manual.
• Attend daily morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, donors, and volunteers.
• Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public.

Requirements

• Culinary skills and experience in food preparation.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow approved menus and standardized recipes.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a kitchen environment.
• Familiarity with food service vendor operations.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a faith-based environment.
• Participation in daily morning devotions.