About the position: This position will be assigned to the Russ Child Development Center on JBLE-Langley AFB, VA. This is a Regular Full Time position that is guaranteed 35 hours per week but can be scheduled for up to 40 hours per week. Physical Effort: Frequently lifting objects weighing up to 40lbs, constant standing and walking, and occasionally lifting over 40lbs. Continual standing, walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and bending.

Duties

Prepare entire meals/snacks which require coordinating the cooking of several items with different cooking times and techniques, planning the cooking process to produce meals (breakfast, lunch and snacks) are served on time and at proper temperatures. Prepare and serve meals that meet USDA/CACFP food meal patterns and Air Force regulations, Also prepares special foods in conjunction with special events. Perform a range of cooking tasks by preparing and cooking items that require following standardized recipes with fresh or canned food items. Prepare hot cereals, broiled meats, concentrated or dehydrated soups, sauces, and gravies, cold sandwich fillings, fish fillets and grilled or baked chicken, etc. Prepare and bake pizza with fresh· ingredients. Prepare food by peeling, chopping, grinding, paring, cutting, slicing, dicing, pureeing, dredging, flouring or breading. Weighs, measures and assembling ingredients for standardized recipes. Portion foods for distribution during meal service IA W family style dining requirements and· delivers to classrooms in a timely manner for established meal periods. Performs yield testing to determine portion cost and to adjust ingredients in standardized recipes. Follows food handler and Public Health requirements with regard to preparation, storing, cleaning, etc., to ensure a safe and healthy food operation and environment is maintained. Ensure all equipment, appliances, counters, sinks, floors. etc., are cleaned and sanitized appropriately. Clean inside and outside of cabinets, ovens, refrigerator, and other large appliances in accordance with established schedules using health/sanitation methods. Prepare all meals and snacks meeting Air Force, DOD, and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) requirements following Serv Safe requirements, Follow approved and posted USDA, DOD, and AF menus. In the absence of the Cook Supervisor, complete food purchasing form IAW USDA menus and submit to designee for ordering, ensuring it is submitted in a timely manner. Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12135357

Requirements

• This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and one every three years thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases.
• This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, to include Food Handlers certification, within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.
• This position requires incumbent to be at least 18 years of age and provide a copy of their HS diploma or equivalent.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

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, 10/02/2023 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, AmeriCops) 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 one (1) year experience in and knowledge of food preparation principles and characteristics of food, and of planning processes to ensure entire meals are prepared and cooked on time. Must be able to perform yield testing to determine portion cost and to adjust ingredients in standardized recipes. Must have knowledge of procedures to order, issue and store food. Experience and knowledge must have been gained in a grill, snack bar, restaurant, club or similar food activity. Working Conditions: Works in hot, cold, and noisy kitchens. Exposed to steam, fumes and odors. Danger of falling, burns and cuts. Exposed to extreme temperatures when entering walk-in refrigerators or freezer units.

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.

Contacts

• Address JBLE Langley Child and Youth Services Flight 633 FSS/FSMH, 45 Nealy Ave, Ste 215 Langley AFB, VA 23665-5000 US
• Name: JB Langley-Eustis NAF HR Office
• Email: [email protected]