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Cook (Temporary)

The Samaritan Inn

Job Location:

McKinney, TX - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 19 - 22

Posted: 9 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 6 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Samaritan Inn is a comprehensive housing stability program that supports individuals in realizing dignity and gaining independence.

Position Description

Position Title: Cook (Temporary)

Reports to: Kitchen Manager

Pay Range: $19 - $22 per hour

This is a TEMPORARY full-time non-exempt position to cover for an employee on leave. We expect this assignment to last 8-12 weeks. Compensation is commensurate with experience and aligned with the organizations salary structure and budget.

Summary of the Job:

The Cook at The Samaritan Inn plays a vital role in preparing nutritious and wholesome meals for our residents ensuring they receive the care and nourishment they need. The position involves managing the full food preparation process from menu planning and ingredient prep to cooking serving and clean-up. The Cook works closely with staff volunteers and residents contributing to a supportive environment that fosters health and well-being.

This position includes evening and weekend hours.

Essential Functions:

Prepare and cook hot and cold food items for breakfast lunch and dinner according to established menus.
Serve meals and manage leftovers adhering to proper safety and food storage guidelines.
Ensure compliance with local and state health safety and sanitation regulations.
Safely operate kitchen equipment maintaining cleanliness in both the kitchen and dining areas.
Monitor food storage areas and help manage incoming food donations.
Oversee the food preparation process ensuring efficient and organized meal service for large groups including children.
Supervise and direct volunteers and residents involved in food service tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned contributing to a positive and organized kitchen environment.

Required Education & Experience:

Minimum of two years of experience in food handling preparation and serving.
Must have or be willing to obtain a Food Service Managers License from the State of Texas.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a large-scale food service operation especially in a nonprofit or institutional setting.
Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Certification in food safety or similar programs.

Core Competencies / Soft Skills:

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Strong communication skills able to collaborate with other food service managers staff volunteers and residents.
Ability to supervise and delegate tasks to volunteers and residents.
A commitment to maintaining a clean safe and efficient kitchen.
Respect for confidentiality regarding resident information.

Work Environment:

This position requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 lbs regularly.
Fast-paced kitchen setting with exposure to varying temperatures (hot and cold). Requires the use of kitchen equipment like gas ranges mixers and stoves.

Disclaimer and Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Samaritan Inn has made every effort to accurately and thoroughly describe this position. However The Samaritan Inn reserves the right to modify add or remove duties at its sole discretion at any time with or without prior notice. This job description does not imply that these are the only duties essential or otherwise to be performed by the employee in this role. It is not an employment contract implied or otherwise and employment remains at will.

Job requirements and responsibilities are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.

The Samaritan Inn is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity of thought and experience. We do not discriminate based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the application and employment process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability please contact .

All offers of employment at The Samaritan Inn are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference checks.

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