Missions Opportunities
Not only will you help change someone’s earthly life – you’ll impact their eternal life. By being involved in missions, you can take part in God’s plan to reach the nations.
South Korea Jeju Western Style Chef
Career or Launch ShortTerm Missionary trip in: Northeast Asia
Dates: 08/24/2026 - 08/16/2027
Cost: $8,150.60
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Ministry Description
Summary
• Shopping for and cooking 7 American-style meals per week for between 30-50 people.
• Working together with the Asian cook who is also cooking 7 meals/week and shopping.
• Training and leading teams of WOLBI students assigned to kitchen duty.
• Serving with the rest of the WOLBI Jeju team to disciple students.
• Cooking meals during camp seasons for up to 120 people.
Strategy
WOLBI Jeju is a cross-cultural launching pad for training and sending young people into the most unreached part of the globe with the Gospel--into Asia. Food is a big part of WOLBI Jeju life. Food service plays a major role in student life and discipleship on campus because students eat three times every day AND most students do some kitchen duty. If food service is not good, then it has a big impact on campus life and students' ability to learn and be discipled. It is a great opportunity for someone who has the skills and desire to use food in ministry.
Travel
You are responsible for your own airfare to and from Korea.
Housing
The chef would be staying on campus either with other single staff or in a small efficiency apartment. The cost of rent and utilities is quite minimal. As long as the incoming chef is sharing requests with prayer partners, WOLBI will help meet this need.
Transportation
It would be good for you to get an International Driving Permit before coming in order to use a WOLBI vehicle personally and for work.
Food
As a chef, you are able to eat meals free at the WOLBI cafeteria.
Visa
The chef would come on a 90-day tourist visa and consequently need to leave the country every 90 days to reset that visa.
What to Bring
Your housing will be pretty well furnished. It is good to bring a laptop or tablet computer for work. If you wear large clothes or shoes, you may want to bring those with you, as they may be hard to purchase in Korea.
Dress Code
Dress for safety and hygeine in the kitchen. Outside of the kitchen casual, clean and modest clothing.
Qualifications
Someone with good recommendations and cooking experience. It is also very helpful if the chef is able to drive a 12-passenger van.
Financial Information
Costs are up to $500/month to cover emergency insurance, rent, utilities and some spending money.
Contact Information
Rhonda Nicholes rhondanicholes@wol.org
Other Information
This can be an ideal opportunity for service for an active retired couple. If you have grandchildren, there are several breaks during the year, when you could go see them:) Or you could join a ministry trip with students. Contact rhondanicholes@wol.org for more information or for an interview.