Cook

Location: Naval Base Kitsap - Puget Sound Naval Shipyard IMF

Pay Grade: NA-7404-05

Open continuous

Employee privileges include access to base facilities such as gyms, recreation centers, restaurants, Navy Exchange and discount tickets to sporting and entertainment events. Sign on bonus of $500 after 90 days of continuous employment.

Summary of Duties: Performs a variety of tasks such as grilling, frying, baking and preparing a variety of foods to include, but not limited to grill items like hamburgers, hot dogs, bacon, eggs, sausage, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required; regulating temperature and removing when done. Measures and weighs ingredients according to recipes or as directed in the preparation many types of main meal dishes like lasagna, meatloaf, and herb baked chicken. Prepares main meal side dishes of starches, vegetable and grain items with work performed on salads, desserts, juices, fruit trays etc. Prepares toasts, salads, salad dressing, and sandwiches. Prepares fresh vegetables and fruits for serving according to instructions and / or recipes. Places cooked food in serving dishes in steam carts and food service lines. Washes and cleans kitchen equipment. Keep refrigerators, grills, equipment and working area clean and all food items FIFO and Date Tagged. May be required to collect money, operate a cash register and assist in inventory taking. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Must be able to follow recipes and combine ingredients for plain or fancy food dish items as well as specialty salads and other cooked dishes. Skill to perform tasks with several steps and use judgment in the performance of sequential tasks. Simple arithmetic and the ability to read instructions is required. Working knowledge of common sanitation procedures to prevent cross contamination. Must be able to use simple kitchen equipment and use common kitchen utensils. Must know the operation of bake, holding ovens and pizza makers. Must be able to relate inventory levels to purchasing requirements; and understand food storage and sanitation requirements. Must be able to operate a cash register and have good verbal and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment: Ability to satisfactorily complete background checks to include a National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI). Incumbent must have or be able to obtain a Food Handlers Certificate and upon hire pass 18 hour food managers safety course. Moderate physical effort is required in moving or lifting objects up to 50lbs. Heavy lifting is sometimes involved. Incumbent will be constantly standing, bending, stopping and reaching. Incumbent expected to work in hot, moderate to cold conditions. Flexible scheduling a must.

As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee’s duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before appointment or onboarding with CNIC. CNIC will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of CNIC a legally required exception from this requirement.

Other Information: Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.

How to Apply: NAF Application and Declaration for Federal Employment Form 306 are required to apply for this position. Both forms are available at www.navylifepnw.com/job. Send signed NAF Application and Form 306 by email to: CP-Personnel.cnrnw@navy.mil or fax: 360-396-5445. USA Jobs: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/631000800?t=1642026468017.

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