CACFP Kitchen Lead: Menu Planning, Training & Prep

Obsolete Site; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Federal holidays

Job summary

Army NAF in the United States is seeking a qualified Cook to support a CACFP-based food service program on post. You will plan, prepare, and cook meals following standard recipes and safety guidelines.

Collaborate with Food and Nutrition Specialists to plan menus, submit orders, and train kitchen staff. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs, with possible evening/weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of relevant kitchen work experience with professional appliances.
• Ability to communicate in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs on a routine basis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing CACFP-compliant food service program.
• Prepare and cook a variety of foods following standard recipes.
• Collaborate with Food and Nutrition Specialists to prepare menus and submit orders.
• Provide on-the-job training to kitchen staff and support youth cooking clubs.

Skills

Food service planning

Cooking tasks

Kitchen teamwork

Tools

Professional kitchen appliances

Job description

Army NAF in the United States is seeking a qualified Cook to support a CACFP-based food service program on post. You will plan, prepare, and cook meals following standard recipes and safety guidelines.

Collaborate with Food and Nutrition Specialists to plan menus, submit orders, and train kitchen staff. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs, with possible evening/weekend hours.