Cook (Child and Youth Services)

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Ramstein AB, Germany with the Ramstein CDC. This position may offer logistical support.

The purpose of this position is to prepare and plan or coordinate the preparation of entire meals and snacks.

Frequently lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds, constant standing and walking, and occasionally lifting over 40 pounds.

Continual standing, walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and bending. Who May Apply: Open to everyone.

Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.

An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/27/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Germany.

In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S.

permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment.

Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement.

If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent.

Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Must have experience in and a thorough knowledge of food preparation and characteristics of foods.

Must be able to plan, coordinate, and time sequence steps needed to prepare entire meals on time without overcooking or waste.

Must be able to adjust recipes for servings required, substitutions and seasoning; recognize characteristics of foods in deciding that raw materials are fresh; and judge prepared food by color, consistency, temperature, odor and taste.

Experience and knowledge must have been gained in a restaurant, club, cafeteria, or similar establishment. Must be able to work shift work, including split shifts. Major Duties:

Using a full range of quantity cooking procedures from common or frequently used to new or difficult recipes, prepares a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, and gravies.

On a day-to-day basis, prepares and serves meals and snacks in accordance with the requirements of the United States Department of Agriculture Child and Adult Care Food Program (USDA CACFP) and Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs (DAF/A1SOC) guidelines.

Follows standardized menus and recipes. Follows procedures for preparing and serving children/youth with dietary restrictions, allergies, and/or special needs.

Prepares and presents food so that it is visually appealing to customers. Examines food for quality and freshness before preparation.

Coordinates adjustments to standardized menus and recipes with the supervisor prior to making the adjustment or substitution.

Independently analyzes and corrects production problems, coordinates the cooking process, and performs kitchen management.

Plans and coordinates a full range of food preparation activities involving quantity food production, initiates corrective action when an item does not meet quality standards, and evaluates final food products.

Performs yield testing for selected food items and completes required food production documents. Maintains rotation of food inventories to prevent spoilage.

Orders food in accordance with menu requirements. Issues and stores food items in accordance with inventory and sanitation requirements. Labels food that is opened before it is stores.

Uses, maintains, and cleans tools and specialized equipment. Washes dishes, glasses, pots, pans, and flatware. Operates a mechanical dishwasher.

Cleans equipment, storage areas, walls and ceilings, floors, work tables, walk-in refrigerators, and duckboards. Sweeps, mops, and waxes floors. Disposes garbage and trash.

Carries supplies between storerooms, kitchen, and serving areas.

Completes daily, weekly, and monthly health and sanitation inspections; corrects discrepancies or notifies the supervisor within an acceptable time period depending on the severity.

May be appointed NAF Purchase Cardholder for purposes of ingredient purchasing. Performs other duties as assigned.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12915893