Cook (DODEA) NA-08
What you'd do
The position is located within the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) School Lunch Program Division, Fort Stewart, GA. Army NAF Pay setting rules apply to this vacancy. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.
Major duties
Serves as a Cook in a Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Cafeteria, utilizing recipes and cycle menus IAW USDA CACFP and Department of Army policies, regulations and standards. Plans and coordinates the preparation of meals based on master menus. Reviews recipes, menus, and worksheets to determine ingredients needed to prepare various menu items for regular or modified diets for children with special needs. Makes decisions regarding recipe adjustments for the number of servings and size of equipment to use. Accomplishes meal preparation duties using a variety of utensils and equipment such as knives, mixers, steam kettles, ovens, grills etc. Observes products for quality and freshness prior to preparation. 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 sauteing. Modifies or substitutes ingredients to make foods flavorful or to accommodate special diets.
What you need to qualify
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. Candidates must indicate the ability to perform the work of Cook, NA-08 without more than normal supervision. 2. 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. 3. Must have experience using a variety of commercial food service tools and equipment to include cleaning and sanitation practices. 4. 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.
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