Summary
This position is located within the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) School Lunch Program Division, Fort Liberty, NC.
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Accepting applications Open & closing dates
06/05/2024 to 06/12/2024 Salary
$21.15 - $21.15 per hour Pay scale & grade
NA 6 Location Fort Liberty, NC Remote job
No Telework eligible
No Travel Required
Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed
No Appointment type
Intermittent Work schedule
Intermittent Service
Competitive Promotion potential
None Job family (Series)
7404 Cooking Supervisory status
No Security clearance
Not Required Drug test
No Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness Announcement number
O2NAFDN-******** Control number
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency
U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation. Duties Works under the written and verbal direction of the supervisor, who provides guidance on scope of work, and application/interpretation of procedures and regulations. Serves as a Cook in a Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) cafeteria IAW all applicable regulations and standards. 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). Follows standard recipes and menus IAW USDA CACFP and Army policies (i.e., portion sizes, meal patterns, and "seconds" requirements) Performs a variety of food preparation and cooking tasks such as cleaning, paring, peeling, slicing, dicing; grilling, frying, baking broiling, pouring liquids and mixing ingredients. Prepares and cooks a variety of more complicated/time consuming foods such as meats poultry, seafood, vegetables, stews, casseroles, gravies, sauces, and baked goods following standard recipes. Make a variety of sandwiches, salads and salad dressings. Prepares a variety of foods and desserts according to menu requirements. Adjusts recipes for larger or smaller quantities, and 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, and monitors and maintains appropriate temperature of all food items throughout preparation and service. Operates kitchen equipment designed to mix and cook food items. Uses, cleans and maintains power kitchen equipment, and keeps cooking utensils cleaned and ready for use. Scrubs and cleans heavier pot and pans. Stacks and stores dishes. Keeps working area clean in accordance with standard sanitation requirements. Apportions food into serving containers, and determines proper amounts of food to be delivered IAW portion size and "second helping" requirements Meets with supervisor/staff to coordinate feeding plans and allergies/substitutions when required. Works with Food and Nutrition Specialists to prepare menus and submit food orders and purchase requests. Coordinates the loading/unloading of foods/supplies, and keeps all records on food used, portions prepared, meals served, and inventory. Assist with "on the job training" of other kitchen staff members. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. A one year probationary period may be required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training is required within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually. Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation is required. Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations. Qualifications QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
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. Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Area of Consideration: The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is local. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.) Manual Applications: If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 PM EST by 06/12/2024 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating. PCS Costs Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. FWS Allowances and Differentials This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: ). Other: Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
If you are claiming any of the eligibilities below, your supporting documents must be received at the time of application.
Applicants can claim the following eligibilities: NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF) NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE) NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV) NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)
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The following documents must be submitted with your application: Resume The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service DA Form 3434 Sponsor's PCS Orders to Fort Liberty Marriage Certificate (required if your name does not appear on the PCS Orders) Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
