Prep Cook

About Ruth and Naomi’s Mission

At Ruth and Naomi’s Mission, we believe everyone deserves hope, dignity, and a second chance. For over 20 years, we have provided meals, shelter, and recovery support to people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and addiction in Chilliwack.
As a Christian faith-based organization, we are committed to walking alongside people as they navigate life's challenges and opportunities.

Our Core Values guide everything we do

Grace – We believe in second chances.
Hope – We won’t give up.
People – We see the value in everyone.
Partnership – We walk together.
Curiosity – We are eager to learn.
Trust – We do what we say we will.

The Opportunity

We are looking for Prep Cooks to join our team. This role supports the expansion of our food services by assisting with ingredient preparation, meal packaging, transport, and service setup. If you enjoy kitchen work, teamwork, and want to make a hands-on difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients (chopping, portioning, etc.) and support cooking tasks under the direction of the cooks


• Package meals and transport food between kitchen and service sites


• Set up and support meal service in coordination with kitchen and program staff


• Maintain cleanliness and uphold food safety practices at all times


• Assist with inventory rotation and storage (e.g. FIFO)


• Support general kitchen operations as directed by the Food Service Manager

What You Bring

• Food Safe Level 1 (or willingness to obtain)


• Experience in a kitchen or food service setting preferred


• Basic food prep skills and knowledge of safe handling procedures


• Ability to work independently and take initiative


• Reliable, respectful, and team-oriented


• Comfortable serving vulnerable populations in a calm, compassionate manner


• Ability to lift and carry food trays or containers between buildings

What We Offer

• Meaningful work that supports people in need


• Supportive and collaborative team culture


• Wage: $22.66/hour

Schedule

• Casual, including evenings, weekends, and holidays


• Travel between our Chilliwack locations may be required

Join Us

Help us bring hope and nourishment to our community — one meal at a time. 

View the full job description HERE!