About the position: This position will be assigned to the Child and Youth Services Flight- Child Development Center. Physical Effort: Frequently lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds, constant standing and walking, and occasionally lifting over 40 pounds. Continual standing, walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and bending.

Duties

Performs duties which include, but are not limited to, the following: roasts, broils, bakes, fries, boils, steams and stews meats, fish and poultry. Prepares soups, stocks, broths, gravies, sauces and puddings without the use of packaged mixes. Adjusts standardized recipes for number of servings, performs yield testing; prepares cold food platters such as ham, salmon and roast beef platters, and salads and hors d'oeuvres; mixes and prepares cold sauces, meat glazes, molded aspics and salad dressings, and carves vegetables and fruits as garnishes for food platters and dishes. Prepares entire meals which require coordinating the cooking of several items with different cooking times and characteristics. Plans the cooking process to produce complete meals on time and at the proper temperature. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12501268

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position requires regular contact with children under the age of 18 and a favorable fitness determination to do so.
• 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 obtain and maintain current record of immunization.
• This position requires the incumbent to be at least 18 years of age.
• This position requires the incumbent to have a high school diploma ort equivalent.
• This position requires the incumbent to have a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete a Food Handler's Training.
• This position requires the incumbent speak, write and read in English.
• To be considered for this position, the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal U.S. Resident for a minimum of 3 years and must reside in/around the area as noted in the Job Opportunity Announcement. Do you meet this requirement?

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, 10/02/2024 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 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. Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds, and occasionally over 40 pounds. Must be able to continuously stand, walk, stoop, reach, push, pull and bend for long periods of time. Position is a position of trust. Pre-Employment Requirements: Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must provide proof of required immunizations. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or be willing to complete a food handler's training. Must be able to satisfactorily complete an Installation Records Checks (IRC), State Criminal History Repository Check (SCHRC) and National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). Must provide a High School Diploma or Equivalent. 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.

Contacts

• Address Vandenberg Child and Youth Services Flight 30 FSS/FSCN 747 Nebraska Ave, Bldg 10577, Suite B-109 Vandenberg SFB, CA 93437-6261 US
• Name: Vandenberg NAF HR Office
• Email: [email protected]