COOK

US Air Mobility Command; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

US Air Mobility Command is seeking a team member to perform a wide variety of simple cooking tasks at the Bowling Alley on McConnell AFB. This Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) position supports base dining operations and food service activities.

You will follow instructions, operate basic food preparation equipment, and ensure food is prepared safely and served warm. A pre-employment physical, Food Handler Certificate, and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in methods and procedures relating to food preparation
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, work safely, and perform simple arithmetic
• Knowledge of operating and cleaning food service equipment and food handling
• Must be physically able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Must stand, walk, stoop, reach, push, pull and bend for long periods

Skills

Food prep

Follow instructions

Food service equipment

Stamina

Stand/walk long

Job description

About the position:

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Bowling Alley on McConnell AFB.

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

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, 10/04/2026

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:

Qualifying Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• 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.
• Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to continuously stand, walk, stoop, reach, push, pull and bend for long periods of time.

Condition(s) 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.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: