Cook NA-04

U.S. Army MWR; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army MWR at Fort Irwin, California, is seeking staff to support multiple dining programs by preparing and cooking a range of simple items and ensuring kitchen sanitation and safety standards. The role requires readiness for day, night, weekend and holiday shifts in a dynamic dining operation.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining equipment, and supporting a clean, safe dining environment while adhering to Federal employment guidelines and AR 215-3 pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing foods in cafeteria/food service settings.
• Ability to follow basic recipes and prepare simple menu items.
• Knowledge of sanitation and food safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook items such as pancakes, eggs, burgers, and vegetables.
• Weigh, measure, and assemble ingredients for menu items.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain cleanliness of work areas.
• Follow sanitation procedures and proper food storage temperatures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food prep

Cooking basics

Kitchen sanitation

Food safety

Job description

Summary

This position is located at: Business Operations (multiple dinning programs) - Fort Irwin, California.

Summary

This position is located at: Business Operations (multiple dinning programs) - Fort Irwin, California. DFMWR's Social and Dining team supports five diverse locations-from casual eateries to full-service dining and event catering. This is an open continuous announcement. All qualified applicants will be forwarded to management on a weekly or as needed basis. This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

• Performs a full range of simple cooking by preparing and cooking items that require little or no processing, such as pancakes, sausage, eggs, hamburgers, and fresh or canned vegetables.
• 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.
• 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.
• Uses and cleans a variety of cooking utensils to measure, weigh, and process food items. Cleans, stores, and maintains all equipment and work areas after each use.
• 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

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Conditions of employment

• 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.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must be willing to work days, nights, weekends, holidays and split shifts.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical exam.
• 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

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

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

Demonstration Of The Following Work Behavior Is Desirable

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

About Your Resume

• Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes must adhere to the two-page limit and must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications, and other position requirements listed in this job opportunity announcement. For additional information on the two-page resume limit refer to: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/
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Required Documents

• Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
• Resume