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Cook NA-06
Defense Logistics Agency
Department of Defense
Job Description
Summary
This job involves preparing and cooking a variety of meals and desserts in a military or government kitchen, following recipes and managing food inventory while keeping the workspace clean.
It suits someone with hands-on cooking experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and pays attention to details like portion sizes and sanitation.
Ideal candidates are reliable team players comfortable using kitchen equipment.
Key Requirements
- At least six months of work experience in cooking or food preparation
- Skill in operating professional kitchen appliances and equipment
- Ability to follow recipes and adjust them for different quantities
- Proficiency in verbal and written English communication
- Knowledge of food inventory management and rotation
- Commitment to maintaining sanitation and cleaning standards
- Capability to work independently or with supervision
Full Job Description
This position is located at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, DefenseLogistics Agency Susquehanna with MWR.. 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 six (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. PLEASE NOTE: Your resume must reflect the qualifications stated in the announcement and assessment/questionnaire. Major Duties:
- Prepares and cooks a variety of menu items. Working alone or with the assistance of a higher-grade cook or supervisor, prepares a variety of foods and desserts according to menu requirements.
- Follows recipes to prepare items such as soups, stews, casseroles, gravies, sauces, hot cereals, syrups, meatloaf, meatballs, hamburgers, and croquettes. Adjusts recipes for larger or smaller quantities.
- Picks up items needed for menu preparation, rotating food inventories as appropriate. Takes inventory to determine ordering requirements
- Uses, cleans and maintains power kitchen equipment. Keeps cooking utensils cleaned and ready for use. Keeps working area clean in accordance with standard sanitation requirements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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