This position will be assigned to the Child Development Center on JBSA Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX. This is a flexible category position with no guaranteed hrs., may work up to 40 hrs/wk. Scheduled as needed. This position is not eligible for benefits. 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 requires 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. Prepare cold food platters such as ham, salmon, and roast beef platters, and salad and horsd'oeuvers; mix and prepare cold sauces, meat glazes, molded aspics, and salad dressing and carve vegetables and fruits as garnishes for food platters and dishes. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12554330

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 has physical requirements which require the incumbent to complete a pre-employment physical. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, to include Food Handler's certification, within specified time from date of hire or assignment to 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 be a U.S. Citizen or Legal U.S. Resident for a minimum of 3 years and to reside in/around the area as noted in the Job Opportunity Announcement.

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, 09/26/2024 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 of food preparation principles and characteristics of food, and of planning processes to ensure entire meals are prepared and cooked on time. 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. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of food preparation principles and characteristics of foods. 2. Knowledge of planning processes to ensure entire meals are prepared and cooked on time. 3. Ability to perform yield testing to determine portion cost. 4. Ability to adjust ingredients in standardized recipes. 5. Knowledge of procedures to order, issue, and store food. **NOTE: Those qualified applicants who meet both the minimum qualification requirement(s) and highly preferred criteria(s) will be considered best qualified for this position and will be referred to the selecting official(s) first for consideration. All other applicants will be referred as needed and requested by the selecting official(s). **Reminder to Applicants: Your experience has to be clearly identified in your resume in order to receive consideration. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.

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 JBSA Ft Sam Houston Child and Youth Services Flt 802 FSS/FSCN 2484 Stanley Rd Ste 18 Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234-5018 US
• Name: JBSA Randolph NAF HR Office
• Email: [email protected]