Cook NA-06.

Obsolete Site; Annville (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) seeks a motivated kitchen worker to prepare and cook diverse menu items for on-base dining operations. You will follow recipes, adjust portions, and ensure food is served safely while maintaining inventory and sanitation standards.

The role requires English fluency, the ability to lift and work in a fast-paced kitchen, and compliance with pre-employment checks and safety training. Local applicants within 50 miles of Fort Indiantown Gap are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of work experience with professional kitchen appliances.
• Ability to communicate in English (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items.
• Follow recipes and adjust quantities as needed.
• Maintain inventory and rotate stock to prevent waste.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment safely.
• Complete required safety training and pre-employment checks.

Skills

Kitchen operations

English communication

Food preparation

Job description

• Prepares and cooks a variety of menu items.
• Follows recipes to prepare items such as soups, stews, casseroles, gravies, sauces, hot cereals, syrups, meatloaf, meatballs, hamburgers, and croquettes. Adjusts recipes for larger or smaller quantities.
• Brings prepared foods from preparation area to refrigerators or serving area. Picks up items needed for menu preparation; rotating food inventories as appropriate. Takes inventory to determine ordering requirements.
• Operates kitchen equipment designed to mix and cook food items. Uses , cleans and maintains power kitchen equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties

• Prepares and cooks a variety of menu items.
• Follows recipes to prepare items such as soups, stews, casseroles, gravies, sauces, hot cereals, syrups, meatloaf, meatballs, hamburgers, and croquettes. Adjusts recipes for larger or smaller quantities.
• Brings prepared foods from preparation area to refrigerators or serving area. Picks up items needed for menu preparation; rotating food inventories as appropriate. Takes inventory to determine ordering requirements.
• Operates kitchen equipment designed to mix and cook food items. Uses , cleans and maintains power kitchen equipment.
• 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 and safety training is required within 30 days of employment and a minimum of4 hours refresher training annually.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs unassisted and occasionally lift objects weighting over 40lbs with assistance of other workers or lifting devices.
• A physical/medical certification 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.
• Incumbent may be required to complete a Tier1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally controlled facilities.

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

• A minimum of 6 months of work experience directly related to the duties described above, that included skill in working with professional kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Be able to communicate (verbal and written) in English.

Experience must be reflected on resume to receive credit.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Initial Cut-off Date

• Tuesday, August 11th, 2026 applications must be received by 11:59 PM (EST). Applications received by the Initial Cut-Off Date will be reviewed and possibly referred to the Selecting Official. Subsequent referrals to the Hiring Manager will occur as additional vacancies become available or at the request of the Hiring Manager.

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who live local and local is considered 50 miles of Fort Indiantown Gap, PA. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP), Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) and Family Member Preference 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 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 days 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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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.