Cook (Ozark Tavern) NA-04

U.S. Army MWR

Fort Leonard Wood (MO)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

U.S. Army MWR at Fort Leonard Wood, MO seeks a motivated cook for Ozark Tavern to perform a full range of simple cooking and food preparation tasks in a cafeteria setting. You will prepare hot cereals, sandwiches, soups, sauces, and gravies, while maintaining kitchen cleanliness and safety standards.

You will operate a variety of kitchen equipment, follow recipes, and assist with inventory and sanitation. This position requires ability to work varied shifts including days, nights, weekends and

Qualifications

Experience in preparing foods and cooking simple foods and short orders in a cafeteria, restaurant, or mess.
Ability to follow standard recipes and precise cooking instructions.
Familiarity with basic kitchen safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a range of simple items and hot cereals as required.
Prepare food by peeling, chopping, weighing, and mixing ingredients per recipes.
Operate and clean kitchen equipment (griddles, broilers, grinders) and maintain sanitation.
Set up and replenish salad bar; store leftovers per procedures.
Work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events as required.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Job description

Summary

This position is located at Ozark Tavern on Fort Leonard Wood, MO.

Incentives and Bonuses

Incentives will not be paid.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for two professional and two personal references on your resume.

This job is open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. 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. Preparing/cooking items that require little/no processing. Prepares hot cereals and concentrated or rehydrated 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, breading. Weighs, measures, assembles, and mixes ingredients according to recipes. Covers, dates, stores leftovers according to procedures.
Operates a variety of kitchen equipment using gas, electricity, steam, microwave. Disassembles, cleans, assembles component parts and accessories. Uses and cleans a variety of cooking utensils to measure, weigh, and process food items.
Cleans, stores, maintains equipment and all work areas, such as worktables, floors, walk-in refrigerators. Follows established sanitation procedures when handling food. Ensures foods are stored at the correct temperatures.
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 all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, Chapter 2. to include a medical examination and Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally controlled facilities.
Incumbent must be willing and able to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Incumbent must be willing and able to complete a physical
Incumbent must be willing and able to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds.
Incumbent must be willing and able to satisfactory complete a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually.
Incumbent must be willing and able to operate, disassemble and clean basic food service equipment such as griddles, broilers, and food grinders.
Incumbent must be able to follow written and verbal instructions, particularly standard recipes, and detailed cooking instructions.
Incumbent must be able to perform basic arithmetic (e.g., add, subtract, multiply etc.) to measure ingredients in a recipe.
Working Conditions: 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.
Physical Effort: Work involves continual standing and walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. Must be able to lift 40 pounds unassisted, and occasionally lift or move objects weighing over 40 pounds with the assistance.

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

Neatness and good grooming.
Dependability.
Ability to work under pressure.
Work experience in preparing foods and cooking simple foods and short orders in a cafeteria, restaurant, or mess.
Your resume should be clear and specific. You will be rated based solely off of the information provided within your resume. Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience and the duties performed

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered Highly Preferred:To meet Highly Preferred eligibility, you must meet all Minimum and Highly Preferred Qualifications, and this information must be clearly detailed on your resume.

Highly Preffered

Possess six (6) months or more of cooking experience in a dining establishment.
Applicants meeting the Highly Preferred criteria will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection.

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.)

Manual Application Option

If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 11:59AM CST on 10/14/2026 to ensure timely processing.
Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

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.

Discover Your Path to Success

Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out.
Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.
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.

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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:
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