COOK

US Air Mobility Command; Washington; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

US Air Mobility Command at Fairchild AFB, WA is seeking a flexible intermittent cook to perform a variety of simple cooking tasks in the Alder House dining facility. The role supports food preparation, portioning, and basic presentation for daily meals.

The position requires ability to follow instructions, work safely, and handle basic arithmetic while standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds as needed. Shifts vary by facility needs.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in methods and procedures relating to food preparation and presentation.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, work safely, and do simple arithmetic.
• Knowledge of operating and cleaning food service equipment and determining when foods are done.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of simple cooking tasks and food preparation.
• Assist with food presentation and maintaining cleanliness and safety in the work area.

Skills

Food preparation

Follow instructions

Safety procedures

Arithmetic basics

Equipment operation

Job description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the 92 Force Support Squadron, Alder House, Fairchild AFB, WA.

The purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of simple cooking tasks.

This is a Flexible (Intermittent) position; guaranteed 0-40 hours per week; depending on the needs of the facility.

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, 10/15/2026

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 Experience: Must have experience in and knowledge of methods and procedures relating to food preparation and presentation gained in a grill, snack bar, restaurant, club or similar food activity. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, work safely, and do simple arithmetic. Knowledge of operating and cleaning food service equipment, characteristics of various foods, and the ability to season food and decide when foods are done is required.

Physical Effort: Continual standing and walking, and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. Frequently lifts or moves objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted, and occasionally lifts or moves objects weighing over 40 pounds with assistance.