Prep Cook

Sal1002.bcc2e2d1 D94c 2041 4126 28086417eb0a

Apply to this job
Scotts Valley, CA Until 10/5/2026 First posted August 6, 2026 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description

OVERVIEW: 

The prep cook assists the Food Services Manager with the daily operations of the kitchen and dining facilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist with any food service preparation
  • Assist with all inventory procedures
  • Store all leftovers and unused food after each meal/snack
  • Assist with cleaning and care of the kitchen, all work areas, and equipment
  • Responsible for the care, cleanliness, and upkeep of the staff break room
  • Attend and participate in training and conferences
  • Wash and store dishes, pots, and pans
  • Maintain cleanliness of all dishwashing areas
  • Prepare clean-up pans, cleaning cloths, and spatulas
  • Clean and maintain outside trash and mop storage
  • Other related duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (required)
  • Food Handlers certification (required)
  • Experience working in a kitchen

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Team player
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to multi-task

EQUIPMENT USED: 

  • Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
  • Relevant kitchen equipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

ADA Statement

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:

Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.

At-Will:

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

About this role

Summary

Assist with food prep, cleaning, inventory, and kitchen duties in a religious organization

Job title

Prep Cook

Experience level

none

Industry

nonprofit

Location requirements

Scotts Valley, CA; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

food handlers certificationteam playerdetail orientedability to multi-task

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

kitchenfood preparationcleaninginventory
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Scotts Valley, CA 95066, USA

On-site City