cook (32541)

Cook – Military Dining Facility

Position Type: Temp-to-Hire
Initial Temporary Assignment: 90 Days
Potential Permanent Placement: After 90 days of successful temporary employment
Start Date: October 1, 2026
Location: Military Installation
Openings: 3 Cooks
Employer: K&S Staffing Solutions

?? MAJOR REQUIREMENT – BASE ACCESS & BACKGROUND CHECK

Candidates MUST be eligible to gain access to the military installation. Successful completion of the required background check and base-access screening is mandatory before employment and access to the facility.

Candidates must:

• Be able to obtain and maintain access to the military installation.

• Successfully pass the required background check.

• Meet all applicable military installation security and access requirements.

• Be prepared to provide any information or documentation required for the base-access process.

Candidates who cannot obtain base access will not be eligible for this position.

Position Summary

K&S Staffing Solutions is seeking three experienced Cooks to support food preparation and meal service operations within a military dining environment. This is a Temp-to-Hire opportunity , beginning with a 90-day temporary assignment with the potential for permanent employment upon successful completion of the temporary period.

The ideal candidates will have experience preparing food in a professional kitchen, be comfortable following established recipes and instructions, and consistently follow food safety and sanitation requirements.

Candidates must be comfortable working in a structured military environment , maintaining professionalism, and working as part of a team.

Training

Mandatory training will be provided by military personnel on:

• October 1–2, 2026

• 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Candidates must be available to attend both full days of training.

Work Schedule

The schedule will vary by day based on operational needs:

Note: Specific shifts may be assigned based on staffing and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to established recipes, menus, and instructions.

• Follow proper food preparation, handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and food-service environment.

• Properly portion, prepare, and present food for meal service.

• Monitor food quality, freshness, temperatures, and appearance.

• Follow all applicable food safety and sanitation requirements.

• Work efficiently during scheduled meal-service periods.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and fellow kitchen staff.

• Follow instructions provided by military personnel and facility leadership.

• Maintain a professional and respectful attitude in a structured military environment.

• Perform additional kitchen duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous professional cooking or food-service experience preferred.

• Ability to follow recipes and standardized preparation instructions.

• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain access to the military installation.

• Must successfully pass the required background check and base-access screening.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Reliable attendance and punctuality are required.

• Ability to work early morning shifts, including a 4:30 AM start time

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical kitchen duties.

• Comfortable working in a military environment and following established procedures and directions.

• Must be able to successfully complete required training.

• Candidates must demonstrate satisfactory performance throughout the temporary assignment to be considered for potential permanent employment.

Required Attire

Employees are required to provide and wear:

• Non-slip safety shoes

• Black pants

• Plain white shirt

Chef coats will be provided.

Employment & Payroll Information

• Position Type: Temp-to-Hire

• Initial Temporary Assignment: 90 days

• Potential Permanent Placement: Following successful completion of the 90-day temporary assignment

• Start Date: October 1, 2026

• K&S Pay Period: Monday through Sunday

• Pay Frequency: Weekly

• Payday: Friday

Following the 90-day temporary assignment, qualified employees may have the opportunity to transition to permanent employment based on performance, attendance, operational needs, and client approval.