Cook NA-04

U.S. Army MWR

Fort Sill (OK)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

CHRA Fort Sill NAF is seeking a kitchen assistant to perform a full range of simple cooking at the Fort Sill dining facility. The role involves preparing a variety of breakfast and meal items, following standard recipes, and maintaining a clean work area.

Applicants must be able to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays, with training on food safety. This is a Federal NAF position based at Fort Sill, OK, with benefits including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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.
Operates a variety of kitchen equipment using gas, electricity, steam or microwave heat sources.
Cleans, stores, and maintains all equipment and work areas after each use.
Follows established sanitation procedures when handling food.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking simple foods

Food safety

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Summary

This position is located at Fort Sill Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Twin Oaks Bowling Center.

Initial cut-off date for this vacancy announcement is 09/08/2026. Additional applications will be referred as vacancies occur.

Incentives and Bonuses

Incentives will not be paid.

Eligibility

This job is open to 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.
Operates a variety of kitchen equipment using gas, electricity, steam or microwave heat sources.
Cleans, stores, and maintains all equipment and work areas after each use.
Follows established sanitation procedures when handling food.

Requirements

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.
Must be able to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Incumbent may also be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally controlled facilities.
Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2. to include a medical examination.
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.
Involves standing and walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and bending.
Must be able to lift or move objects up to 40 pounds unassisted, and occasionally lift or move objects over 40 pounds with the assistance of other workers or lifting devices.

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.

Demonstration Of The Following Work Behavior Is Desirable

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

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Area of Consideration

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is Worldwide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

PCS Costs

Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials

This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week -- whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

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Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

For a slideshow presentation regarding these benefits, please click the Review Our Benefits link below. Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf

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:
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