Cook Supervisor
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
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Cook (CYS) NA-08
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Location
Brussels
Salary
$22.86 - $26.66
per hour
Type
Closes
March 24, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves preparing nutritious meals for children at a school-age center in Brussels, including adapting recipes for special diets like allergies or diabetes, while following government food program guidelines.
It requires hands-on cooking in a commercial kitchen and helping plan the overall food service.
A good fit would be someone with professional cooking experience who enjoys working with kids and can handle large-scale meal prep in a team setting.
Key Requirements
- Experience with full range of food preparation techniques, including developing and revising standardized recipes
- Knowledge of cooking in large quantities using complex recipes and varied methods (e.g., roasting, baking, frying)
- Ability to prepare foods for special or modified diets, such as diabetic, low-sodium, or allergy accommodations
- Proficiency in using commercial food service tools and equipment, including cleaning and sanitation practices
- Basic math skills for modifying recipes, calculating portion sizes, and scaling for large groups
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
- Familiarity with USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) policies and procedures
Full Job Description
This position is located at Brussels School Age Center. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program.
Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires.
Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee: All CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week First Child: 100% childcare fee discount Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount 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: Must have experience demonstrating knowledge of a full range of food preparation techniques needed to: Develop and revise standardized recipes, coordinate cooking in large quantities using complex recipes and varied cooking methods, prepare foods for special/modified diets (i.e., diabetic exchanges, low sodium, food allergies), and instruct lower-level cooks.
Must have experience using a variety of commercial food service tools and equipment to include cleaning and sanitation practices.
Must have basic math skills needed to modify recipes for large quantities and to determine portion sizes. Must be able to communicate in English both verbally and in writing. 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).
- Reviews recipes, menus, and worksheets to determine ingredients needed to prepare various menu items for regular or modified diets for children with special needs (i.e., diabetes, allergies, or food sensitivities).
- Accomplishes meal preparation duties using a variety of utensils and equipment, such as knives, mixers, steam kettles, ovens, grills, and other items powered by gas, electricity, or steam.
- Prepares and cooks all types of meats, poultry, seafood, fresh and cooked salads and vegetables, grains, pasta, fruits, sauces, gravies, breads, and desserts.
- Utilizes special and/or complex recipes and various cooking methods such as roasting, broiling, baking, frying, boiling, steaming, or sautéing.
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