Cook

Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Shaw AFB Youth Center. Responsibilities Prepares and serves meals and snacks to meet CACFP and Air Fonn Requirements. Using a full range of quantity cooking procedures from USDA recipes and menus, prepares such foods as meats, vegetables, fresh fruit, casseroles and bakes goods. Uses the Food Buying Guide to ensure sufficient foods are prepared for all meals, snacks, and special activities. Assists in purchasing and ordering food at the commissary and from vendors. Prepares daily food report of all foods prepared for each meal and snack and submits report to School Age Coordinator. Serves meal to each activity room in a timely manner according to the schedule supplied by Coordinator or designee. Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen as requires by Military Public Health standards. Attends training and staff meetings. Prepares food for parent activities, special activities and weekly food projects. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/25/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have experience in quantity cooking and be familiar with the nutritional requirements of young children and the proper preparations of meals IA W USDA and AF regulations. Show experience to keep accurate daily records and inventories. Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently and lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to continuously stand, walk, stoop, reach, push, pull, and bend for long periods of time. Must be able to satisfactorily complete the pre-employment physical. Must be able to obtain a Food Handlers Certificate and/or complete food handlers training. "This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use." A current driver's license is required. Must be able to satisfactorily complete installation, state and national criminal background checks, CPR and First Aid. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.