Cook
Veterans Health Administration
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Cook (CYS) NA-06
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Location
Oklahoma
Salary
$21.47 - $25.02
per hour
Type
Closes
March 16, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves cooking and preparing nutritious meals for children and teens at a military base's school and center, following strict food safety and nutrition guidelines.
You'll handle tasks like chopping ingredients, cooking various dishes, and helping plan menus while training others in the kitchen.
It's a great fit for someone with basic cooking experience who enjoys working in a team environment focused on youth programs.
Key Requirements
- At least 6 months of work experience in food preparation and cooking using professional kitchen equipment
- Skill in operating professional kitchen appliances and equipment
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written
- 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 recipes
Full Job Description
This position is located at Fort Sill Middle School & Teen Center..
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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