Position title
Cook
Description

Prepares and serves nutritionally balanced meals and snacks within the assigned facility, according to the program requirements, policies, and procedures within the EBCI, Title III, Title VI and NC Board of Health guidelines.

Responsibilities
  • Receives instructions from Head Cook for food to be prepared at the designated mealtime and assists in preparation as assigned.
  • Collects supplies needed for recipe from stock and prepares according to required procedures, maintaining health and sanitation requirements.
  • Cleans and maintains kitchen, storage, and serving area in sanitary condition according to health code standards.
  • Packs meals in proper containers for transportation to homebound clients, ensuring proper temperature for safety.
  • Serves food in appropriate manner, utensils, portions, and temperatures to clients who come to the meal site.
  • Cleans and sterilizes cooking utensils, equipment, and dishes according to standard procedures.
  • Assists Head Cook in tracking food and product inventories.
  • Assists Head Cook in maintaining accurate count of meals served and compiling food orders and related records.
  • Assists with other duties within the facility as time permits and requested.
  • Attends in service classes and training as required.
  • Performs all duties according to established safety guidelines and Tribal policies.
  • Performs all aspects of Food Preservation.
Scope of Supervision

This position is supervised by program leadership. This position is not responsible for supervising others.

Minimum Mandatory Qualifications

Experience: One (1) year of related experience required. Experience working in a nutrition-related field, preparing food and engaging in customer service.

Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be in lieu of degree, with required related experience of an additional year.

Licenses & Certifications: Valid, insurable NC Driver’s License required. Must possess CPR/First Aid Certification.

Disclaimer

* Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.
EBCI reserves the right to revise the position description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations. Complete job description is found on application site.

Employment Type
Full-time
Program
Snowbird Senior Citizens
Division

Snowbird & Cherokee County

Pay Level

06 Non Exempt

Pay Range
$16.37-$20.47 Per hour
Date posted
September 28, 2026
Valid through
October 4, 2026

ALL JOB POSTINGS CLOSE AT 11:59PM EST ON THE CLOSE DATE.