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U.S Air Force; Grand Forks Air Force Base (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S Air Force is seeking a dedicated Food Preparation Specialist for their Youth Center on Grand Forks AFB. Responsibilities include preparing a wide range of dishes, planning cooking timelines, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Candidates should possess solid knowledge in food preparation and planning, and be able to meet physical lift requirements. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual and Sick Leave

401K and Retirement plans

Medical and Dental Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation in a restaurant or similar setting.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds frequently.
• Knowledge of food storage and handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meals using different cooking methods.
• Plan cooking processes and adjust recipes as needed.
• Ensure meals are prepared on time and at proper temperatures.

Skills

Food preparation principles

Timing and planning

Yield testing

Knowledge of food storage procedures

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Job description

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Youth Center (SAC) on Grand Forks AFB.

Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include Annual and Sick Leave, 401K, Retirement, Medical and Dental Insurance, etc.

Physical Effort: Frequently lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds, constant standing and walking, and occasionally lifting over 40pounds. Continual standing, walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and bending.



Duties

Regular & Recurring Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs duties which include, but are not limited to, the following: roasts, broils, bakes, fries, boils, steams and stews meats, fish and poultry. Prepares soups, stocks, broths, gravies, sauces and puddings without the use of packaged mixes. Adjusts standardized recipes for number of servings, performs yield testing; prepares cold food platters such as ham, salmon and roast beef platters, and salads and hors d'oeuvres; mixes and prepares cold sauces, meat glazes, molded aspics and salad dressings, and carves vegetables and fruits as garnishes for food platters and dishes. Prepares entire meals which requires coordinating the cooking of several items with different cooking times and characteristics. Plans the cooking process to produce complete meals on time and at the proper temperature. Prepare cold food platters such as ham, salmon, and roast beef platters, and salad and hors d'oeuvers; mix and prepare cold sauces, meat glazes, molded aspics, and salad dressing and carve vegetables and fruits as garnishes for food platters and dishes.

Skill and Knowledge: Knowledge of food preparation principles and characteristics of foods. Knowledge of planning processes to ensure entire meals are prepared and cooked on time. Ability to perform yield testing to determine portion cost and the ability to adjust ingredients in standardized recipes. Knowledge of procedures to order, issue, and store food.

Responsibility: Receives assignments from the supervisor's worksheet, standardized recipes, or from general oral or written instructions. Supervisor checks work and is available for preparation of special menu items. Plan, coordinate and time work assignments to assure that food items are prepared on time and are at the proper temperature. Adjust amounts and proportions of ingredients in recipes while maintaining the original balance between ingredients quantities and number of portions needed. Responsible for the safe use and care of kitchen equipment.

Physical Effort: Frequently lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds, constant standing and walking, and occasionally lifting over 40pounds. Continual standing, walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and bending.

Working Conditions: Works in hot and noisy kitchens. Exposed to steam, fumes and orders. Danger of falling, burns and cuts. Exposed to extreme temperatures when entering walk-in refrigerators or freezer units.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12740664

Requirements

• This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
• This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases.
• This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, to include Food Handlers certification, within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 06/06/2025

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Must have experience in and knowledge of food preparation principles and characteristics of food, and of planning processes to ensure entire meals are prepared and cooked on time. Knowledge to perform yield testing to determine portion cost and to adjust ingredients in standardized recipes. Must have knowledge of procedures to order, issue and store food. Experience and knowledge must have been gained in a grill, snack bar, restaurant, club or similar food activity. Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds, and occasionally over 40 pounds. Must be able to continuously stand, walk, stoop, reach, push, pull and bend for long periods of time.

Conditions of Employment: Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler's training. Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required.