Cook NA-04.

Obsolete Site; Joint Base Lewis-McChord (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site is seeking a kitchen associate for JBLM on-site duties, performing basic cooking tasks for cafeteria meals and short orders. The role emphasizes safe food handling, sanitation, and adherence to temperature controls.

Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays is required, with a focus on dependable performance.

Qualifications

• Work experience in preparing foods and cooking simple foods and short orders in a cafeteria, restaurant, or mess.
• Neatness and good grooming; Dependability; Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Performs a full range of simple cooking of items that require little to no processing and prepping foods by peeling, chopping, cutting, grinding, pureeing, dredging and etc.
• Operates and cleans standard kitchen equipment and handles heat sources.
• Maintains a clean workspace and follows sanitation procedures.
• Ensures foods are properly cooked and stored at correct temperatures to prevent bacteria growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Cleanliness & grooming

Working under pressure

Job description

Duties

• Performs a full range of simple cooking of items that require little to no processing and prepping foods by peeling, chopping, cutting, grinding, pureeing, dredging and etc.
• Operates and cleans a variety of different standard kitchen equipment that use multiple types of heat sources such as gas, electricity, steam and/or microwave.
• Maintains a clean workspace and follows established sanitation procedures when handling food.
• Ensures foods are properly cooked and stored at the correct temperatures to prevent the growth of bacteria.
• 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.
• Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation/safety training within 30 days of employment; minimum of 4 hours refresher training required annually.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para. 2 to include a medical examination.
• Incumbent may be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to Federally controlled facilities.
• Must meet age requirement of 18 years or older at time of appointment.
• Must be able and willing to work a schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• A physical and a health assessment are required.

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.
• Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation/safety training within 30 days of employment; minimum of 4 hours refresher training required annually.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para. 2 to include a medical examination.
• Incumbent may be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to Federally controlled facilities.
• Must meet age requirement of 18 years or older at time of appointment.
• Must be able and willing to work a schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• A physical and a health assessment are required.

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.
• Demonstration of the following work behavior is desirable:

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

NOTE: The above minimum qualifications must be described within the duties of previous work experience listed on the applicant's resume and/or supporting documents. A copy of all documents must be submitted at the time of application.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who are 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

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.

This announcement was modified on 05/05/2026 to change the Bargaining Unit Status to 'No'

This announcement is in conjunction with the JBLM Career Fair on Tuesday 6 October 2026 at Eagles Pride Course, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. Applicants attending the event will receive first consideration.

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.

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