Cook NA-04

U.S. Army; Fort Gregg-Adams (VA); 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 dynamic team at a vibrant kitchen facility. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of foods, ensuring that all items are handled with the utmost care and in accordance with safety and sanitation standards. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, where your ability to thrive under pressure will be key. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a community-focused service while honing your culinary skills. If you're passionate about food and enjoy working in a team-oriented atmosphere, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and cooking simple foods in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to follow recipes and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks a variety of food items and ensures proper sanitation.
• Operates kitchen equipment and maintains cleanliness of work areas.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking

Sanitation Procedures

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Cooking Utensils

Job description

This position is located at Fort Gregg-Adams, VA, and can be filled throughout the Business Recreation Division: The Gregg-Adams Club, TenStrike Bowling Center, Cardinal Golf Club.

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Duties

• Prepares and cooks items that require little or no processing, such as pancakes, sausage, eggs, hamburgers, and fresh or canned vegetables. Prepares hot cereals and concentrated or dehydrated soups, sauces, and gravies.
• Makes cold sandwich fillings. Sets up and replenishes salad bar. Prepares food by peeling, chopping, grinding, paring, cutting, slicing, dicing, pureeing, dredging, flouring, or breading.
• Weighs, measures, and assembles ingredients for regular and modified menu items. Mixes ingredients according to precisely written recipes. Covers, dates, and stores leftovers according to established procedures.
• Operates a variety of kitchen equipment using different heat sources. Disassembles, cleans, and assembles component parts and accessories, following safety procedures to avoid personal injury and damage to the equipment.
• Uses and cleans a variety of cooking utensils to measure, weigh, and process food items. Cleans, stores, and maintains all equipment and work areas. Cleans other work areas and equipment, such as worktables, floors, walk-in refrigerators, etc.
• Follows established sanitation procedures when handling food. Ensures that foods are stored at the correct temperatures to prevent bacteria growth. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Must be able to work during the hours of operation to include nights and weekends.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical is required for this position. Must be able to lift or move objects up to 40 pounds.
• The dual compensation guidelines DO NOT apply to this position. All GS and NAF employees whether full-time or part-time are eligible to apply for this position.
• 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: (**The work experience must be reflected on your resume to be considered eligible for this position.)

• 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:
• Neatness and good grooming.
• Dependability.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in kitchen areas, which are well lighted but are often hot and noisy. Employee is exposed to steam, fumes, odors from cooking, and to extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigerators or freezing units. Must stand on tile floor, subject to burns, cuts, and slipping on wet floors.