Dining Kitchen Cook I - Prep, Safety & Service

pe; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

pe is seeking a Dining Facility worker to assist with meal preparation, line setup, and garnish in accordance with Army recipes and SOPs. You will operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment while ensuring sanitation and food safety across the facility.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, willingness to work varied hours, and strict adherence to safety, security, and confidentiality standards. Background check and Real ID may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be free of medical restrictions that prevent duties.
• Must be physically capable in extreme weather.
• Must follow proper lifting procedures.
• May work uncommon hours, nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to clean as you go concept.
• Ensure dining facility is cleaned and sanitized.
• Maintain sanitation and food safety compliance.
• Follow cooking procedures, recipes, SOPs, and schedules.
• Prepare correct amounts of food and replenish serving lines.
• Communicate with cooks about on-hand quantities and quality.
• Handle leftovers and proper storage, label items.
• Use gloves, utensils, and portion controls correctly.
• Assist customers in a courteous manner.
• Ensure facility safety, security, and energy conservation.
• Maintain food service uniform and safety items.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clean as you go

Sanitation

Food safety

SOP adherence

Team communication

Job description

pe is seeking a Dining Facility worker to assist with meal preparation, line setup, and garnish in accordance with Army recipes and SOPs. You will operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment while ensuring sanitation and food safety across the facility.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, willingness to work varied hours, and strict adherence to safety, security, and confidentiality standards. Background check and Real ID may be required.