COOK (SCHOOL AGE CENTER) - DIX
Air Mobility Command
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Posted: January 7, 2026 (8 days ago)
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Cook NA-06
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a cook at a military base in New Jersey, where you'll prepare everyday meals like soups, stews, and burgers using recipes and kitchen tools.
It involves managing food inventory, adjusting portion sizes, and keeping things organized in a busy kitchen setting.
It's a good fit for someone with basic cooking experience who enjoys hands-on food prep and can work reliably in a team environment.
Key Requirements
- At least 6 months of work experience in cooking or food preparation
- Skill in using professional kitchen appliances and equipment
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Proficiency in following recipes and adjusting quantities for different serving sizes
- Experience with food inventory management, rotation, and ordering
- Must attend the on-site hiring event for priority consideration (bring resume, ID, references, etc.)
- Relevant experience clearly documented on a resume (2 pages or less)
Full Job Description
Picatinny Arsenal Hiring Event: Interviews will be held on site.
Applicants must bring resume (must be two pages or less)., social security card, photo ID, transcripts, two professional references, work authorization (Ages 14-17) and/or proof of education.
When: February 19, 2026 from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Where: The Club at Picatinny, 121 Buffington Rd., Dover, NJ 07801 Save the date-Picatinny Arsenal Hiring Events- 1/8, 2/19, 3/05, and 4/02 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.
Qualifications: 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. Experience must be reflected on resume to receive credit.
This announcement is in conjunction with the Picatinny Arsenal Job Fair at the Club at Picatinny, 121 Buffington Rd., Dover, NJ 07801 on Thursday, 19 February 2026 from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
Applicants participating in the event will receive first consideration. To receive consideration, applicants must attend at the Job Fair between the times of 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
If you are not able to attend the job fair, your application will be reviewed after the event.
Applicants will submit their application and resumes which will be immediately reviewed and, if qualified, given to management for an on-spot-the interview.
Applicants should bring the following: Resume 2 professional references with contact information Valid photo ID and social security card Applicable professional certificates and/or transcripts Work authorization (Ages 14-17) and/or proof of education Major Duties:
- Prepares and cooks a variety of menu items.
- 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
- Brings prepared foods from preparation area to refrigerators or serving area. Picks up items needed for menu preparation; rotating food inventories as appropriate. Takes inventory to determine ordering requirements.
- Brings prepared foods from preparation area to refrigerators or serving area. Picks up items needed for menu preparation; rotating food inventories as appropriate. Takes inventory to determine ordering requirements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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