Child & Youth Program Cook: Nutritious Meals for Kids

Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); Coronado (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is seeking a CYP Cook to perform a variety of food preparation and service tasks in a Child Development Center, with potential assistance for School Age Care programs. You will prepare, cook, season, and portion foods, manage menus, and ensure meals meet safety standards.

The role emphasizes adherence to USDA CACFP rules, proper food handling, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen in a federal setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food handling techniques and personal hygiene standards.
• Ability to develop standardized recipes and scale for large quantities.
• Knowledge of sanitation standards and use of sanitizers.
• Ability to coordinate multiple cooking processes for quality.
• Strong English communication, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meats, vegetables, and sauces following recipes.
• Plan meals, regulate cooking procedures, and schedule work flow.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and food service areas per standards.
• Ensure CACFP compliance and safety policies are followed.

Skills

Food safety

Cooking

Menu planning

Sanitation

Teamwork

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is seeking a CYP Cook to perform a variety of food preparation and service tasks in a Child Development Center, with potential assistance for School Age Care programs. You will prepare, cook, season, and portion foods, manage menus, and ensure meals meet safety standards.

The role emphasizes adherence to USDA CACFP rules, proper food handling, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen in a federal setting.