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Cook (CYS) NA-06
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Location
Fort Hamilton, New York
Salary
$23.09 - $26.92
per hour
Type
Closes
March 9, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves preparing nutritious meals for children and youth in a military childcare program, following strict food safety guidelines and recipes.
You'll handle tasks like chopping ingredients, cooking various dishes, and helping train other staff while working in a professional kitchen.
It's a great fit for someone with basic cooking experience who enjoys working with kids and can lift moderate weights in a team environment.
Key Requirements
- At least 6 months of work experience in food preparation or cooking using professional kitchen equipment
- Skill in operating professional kitchen appliances and tools
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. routinely
- Knowledge of USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) policies and procedures
- Experience preparing a variety of foods including meats, vegetables, and baked goods from standard recipes
Full Job Description
This position is located at Fort Hamilton, New York.
Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee: First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week) Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week) Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.
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. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. on a routine basis. Major Duties:
- Applies knowledge and skill to assist in planning and implementing a comprehensive food service program that follows the policies and procedures of the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
- Performs a variety of food preparation and cooking tasks such as cleaning, paring, peeling, slicing, dicing; grilling, frying, baking broiling, pouring liquids and mixing ingredients.
- Prepares and cooks a variety of more complicated/time consuming foods such as meats poultry, seafood, vegetables, stews, casseroles, gravies, sauces, and baked goods following standard recipes.
- Works with Food and Nutrition Specialists to prepare menus and submit food orders and purchase requests.
- Assist with "on the job training" of other kitchen staff members and serves as consultant to youth cooking clubs/health and fitness programs as required, and follows risk management procedures.
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