Cook NA-04

U.S. Army; Annville (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated food service worker to join their team at a vibrant facility. This role involves preparing and cooking a variety of simple food items while ensuring cleanliness and adherence to safety protocols. Candidates should be dependable and able to work under pressure, as the position may require irregular hours, including weekends and holidays. Join a supportive environment where your contributions can make a difference in the community's morale and well-being. If you have a passion for food service and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and cooking simple foods in a cafeteria or restaurant setting.
• Ability to follow sanitation procedures and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items that require little processing.
• Operate kitchen equipment and follow safety procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking simple foods

Sanitation procedures

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

This position is located at Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Fund Food/Beverage/Entertainment in Fort Indiantown Gap, PA.

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Duties

• Performs a full range of simple cooking by preparing and cooking items that require little or no processing.
• Operates a variety of kitchen equipment using gas, electricity, steam or microwave heat sources. Disassembles, cleans and assembles component parts and accessories, following safety procedures to avoid personal injury and damage to the equipment.
• Cleans other work areas and equipment, such as worktables, floors, walk-in refrigerators, etc., on an established cleaning schedule. Follows established sanitation procedures when handling food.
• Prepares food, weighs, measures, and assembles ingredients for regular and modified menu items, mixes ingredients according to precisely written recipes, and makes cold sandwich fillings. Sets up and replenishes salad bar.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Successfully complete an occupational health screening.
• Must be able to work irregular hours, holidays, evenings, weekends, and special events.
• Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training is required within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR215-3, 2-13i to include a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).
• Physical Effort: Regularly lifts and carries items up to 40lbs.

Qualifications

Work experience in preparing foods and cooking simple foods and short orders in a cafeteria, restaurant, or mess.

Demonstration of the following work behavior is desirable:

1. Neatness and good grooming.
2. Dependability.
3. Ability to work under pressure.