Prep Cook

Recruiting Opportunity Closes:  09.30.2025

Hourly Wage:  $18.00

Hours Per Week:  29

Status:  Non-Exempt / Part Time

Number of Positions:  1

Department:  Events & Catering

Position Title:  Prep Cook

 

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application.

To apply online go to:   Prep Cook , or https://tinyurl.com/323rf8w9

To apply in person go to 1865 Bill Frey Dr., Salem, OR 97305.  Complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Danae Newson at danae.newson@usw.salvationarmy.org or call 503-798-4842. Ms. Newson is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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Scope of Position:

The Prep Cook is responsible for assisting the Head Chef/Kitchen Manager and Sous Chef in all food and beverage production. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Professional: The ability to work in a distinctively Christian environment.  The ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner in conformity with The Salvation Army Mission Statement.  The ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.  Must possess the self-discipline necessary to perform repetitive tasks without lowering quality of work.  Able to work with limited supervision, and work in a team setting with other professionals.  Exercise good judgment and be comfortable taking initiative with projects. Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• During Events, set up food service stations.
• Maintain food and supplies for the Café.
• Prepare equipment and obtain supplies as needed.
• Plan, oversee, and operate supplemental food and beverage services for Café, vending, and catering and events.
• Ability to work with and understand Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s)
• Assures all BEO’s are executed correctly and with superior quality standards.
• Review daily Banquet Event Orders and prep lists
• Maintains Inventory in the absence of the Sous Chef.
• Check supplies and inform Chef and/or Events & Catering Coordinator of needed supplies.
• Compliant with all state and federal food sanitation policies.
• Rotate food items in Kitchen, Storage, and Café
• Maintains a working knowledge of all menu items and recipes.
• Keeps the work area clean and orderly at all times.
• Assist in washing dishes when needed.
• Responsible for tracking waste and logging in appropriate form.
• Maintains a high level of personal hygiene and cleanliness.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary Kitchen and workplace.
• Follows safety policies at all times to avoid injury.
• Communicates issues, concerns, complaints, compliments, and suggestions to the management of the organization and not to the other associates, guests, etc.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Assures all food is delivered to rooms at correct time.
• Assuring all food deliveries are accurate and stored appropriately.
• Attending all related department meetings in absence of Chef.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential job requirement.
• Prepare and cook meals for Café, Events, and Banquets

As with any position with The Salvation Army, it is impossible to predict the many requests an