Weekend Cook

Part-Time Cook – Weekend Shift

Asheville, NC | Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Pay: $17-19/hour

Cook with Purpose. Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced Cook, Food Service Worker, Food Preparation Specialist, or Kitchen Professional looking for a consistent weekend schedule?

Methodist Home for Children (MHC) is hiring a Part-Time Cook to join our team at our Juvenile Crisis and Assessment Center in Asheville, NC. In this role, you'll prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals for youth ages 10–17 and staff while helping create a safe, stable, and supportive environment for young people during a challenging time in their lives.

This is more than food service. The meals you prepare are part of creating a sense of routine, comfort, and care for youth who need it most.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals for youth and staff
• Perform food preparation and cooking in an institutional or residential setting
• Plan menus that meet USDA and NC Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements
• Accommodate individual dietary needs and incorporate cultural diversity into menu planning
• Maintain high standards for food safety, kitchen sanitation, cleanliness, and organization
• Monitor food inventory and track food and kitchen supplies
• Follow established recipes, portion guidelines, food-handling procedures, and health and safety standards
• Maintain accurate records related to meal preparation, inventory, and food service
• Help ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and meals are prepared and served on schedule
• Work collaboratively with residential and program staff to support the needs of the youth we serve

What We're Looking For

• 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• At least 1 year of experience in cooking or food preparation
• Experience preparing meals for large groups, institutions, schools, residential programs, healthcare settings, or similar environments is preferred
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, safe food handling, and kitchen cleanliness
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, dietary requirements, and established food-service procedures
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while also being a dependable member of a team
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Willingness to complete required training, including CPR and First Aid

Why Work with Methodist Home for Children?

At MHC, every role contributes to our mission of helping children and families find safety, stability, and hope. As a Cook, you won't simply prepare meals. You'll help create comfort, consistency, and a welcoming environment for youth who may be experiencing one of the most difficult periods of their lives.

Apply online at https://www.mhfc.org/opportunities