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Cook NA-06

United States Army Installation Management Command

Department of the Army

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Job Description

Summary

This job is for a cook at a conference center on a U.S.

Army base in Washington, where you'll prepare a variety of meals, desserts, and salads from recipes, handle meats and vegetables, and keep the kitchen clean and safe.

It's a hands-on role in a busy food service environment, ideal for someone with basic cooking experience who enjoys working with kitchen tools and following health guidelines.

A good fit would be a reliable team player comfortable in fast-paced settings, especially if you can attend the job fair for quick hiring.

Key Requirements

  • At least 6 months of work experience in cooking or food preparation using professional kitchen appliances
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
  • Skill in following recipes and adjusting them for different quantities
  • Knowledge of safe food handling, storage, and sanitation practices
  • Proficiency in operating, cleaning, and maintaining kitchen equipment
  • Experience preparing a variety of foods including meats, vegetables, salads, and desserts
  • Ability to lift and move food items, with monitoring of inventory and temperatures

Full Job Description

Announcement conjunction with the JBLM NAF HR Office Job Fair at the Eagles Pride Golf Course in Dupont, WA on Tuesday, 03 February 2026 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

This position is located at American Lake Conference Center. 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: 1.

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. 2.

Be able to communicate (verbal and written) in English.

This announcement is in conjunction with the JBLM NAF HR Office Job Fair at the Eagle Pride Golf Course Dupont, WA on Tuesday, 03 February 2026 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Applicants participating in the event will receive first consideration. To receive this consideration, applicants must be in attendance, at the Job Fair between the times of 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

If you are not able to attend the job fair, your application will be reviewed after the event.

Applicants will submit their applications and resumes which will be immediately reviewed and, if qualified, given to management for an on-the-spot interview.

Selected applicants will start the pre-employment process, to include fingerprinting, following the interview.

Applicants with verified hiring preference or priority consideration in accordance with AR 215-3 will be reviewed prior to the event.

LOCATION: Eagles Pride Golf Course Exit 116 I-5, Dupont, WA 98327(NO BASE ACCESS REQUIRED) Phone Contact: (253) 967-5493 Applicants should bring the following: Resume or completed DA Form 3433 (will be available at the Job Fair) 2-3 Professional References with Contact Information Valid Photo ID and Social Security Card Applicable professional Certificates and/or transcripts.

Major Duties:

  • Prepares and cooks a variety of foods and desserts according to menu requirements with or without the assistance of another cook/supervisor; Takes food from prep area to refrigerators or serving area; Monitor inventory and rotating food inventories.
  • Follows recipes to prepare food items and adjusts recipes for larger or smaller quantities and portions out food for family style and plate service; Prepares vegetables and cold food dishes; Make a variety of salads, salad dressings, sandwiches.
  • Roasts a variety of meats such as beef, pork, veal, lamb, fish, and poultry; Grills and deep fries foods; Broils and steams foods; Slices meat by hand and by mechanical means, to specific requirements.
  • Follows health and safety precautions to ensure safe preparation and storage of food items; Operates kitchen equipment designed to mix and cook food items; Uses, cleans and maintains power kitchen equipment.
  • Monitors and maintains appropriate temperature of all food items throughout preparation and service; Keeps working area and cooking utensils cleaned and ready for use in accordance with standard sanitation requirements; Maintains personal hygiene.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/30/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/31/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: O2NAFEU-26-12875502