Job Description

Overview

**This position is physically located in the Marshall Islands in support of LOGCAP**

• Under the supervision of the DFAC Supervisor, the Chief Cook bakes, fries, braises, boils, simmers, steams and sautés as prescribed by Army recipes. Other duties include operating, maintaining and cleaning field kitchen equipment. Performs preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen equipment. Prepares small amounts of food and assists in serving meals IAW the menu and recipes. Provides proper plate-up and portion control. Maintains and records proper temperature controls, food storage, and food rotation. Performs all side work and setup/breakdown duties as assigned. Adheres to safety and sanitary practices.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• The Chief Cook bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam and sauté as prescribed by Army recipes.
• Operate, maintain and clean field kitchen equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen equipment.
• Prepares small amounts of food and assists in serving meals IAW the menu and recipes.
• Provides proper plate-up and portion control.
• Maintains and records proper temperature controls, food storage, and food rotation.
• Performs all side work and setup/breakdown duties as assigned.
• Adheres to safety and sanitary practices.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education/Certifications: One-year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required. Must provide a copy of the diploma.
  • Servsafe Certification.
  • Must be CAC eligible and/or able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).

• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination:

  • In order to qualify for this position, you must be fully vaccinated prior to the start of your assignment and show proof of your vaccination status, unless you are legally entitled to an accommodation (religious or medical).

     

    The definition of fully vaccinated is that you’ve: 1.) received a vaccine that is recognized by the governing entity and is either a.) Two doses of Pfizer BioNTech Vaccine b.) Two doses of AstraZeneca/Oxford Vaccine c.) Two doses of Moderna Vaccine (or) d. One dose of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine, and 2.) Two weeks elapsed after the final dose was administered, which is either one or two doses depending on brand of the vaccination.

• Experience: 
  • Minimum of three (3) to four (4) years of prior cook experience in a full-service restaurant preferred.
  • Minimum of one (1) year leadership experience.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of culinary experience.
  • Minimum of one (1) year leadership experience.
• Skills: 
  • Able to read, write and speak English.
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English.
  • Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
  • Knowledge of standard and dietetic menus and recipes, preparation and cooking of various foodstuffs and bakery products, food and supply ordering, and storage of meats, poultry and other perishable items.
  • Knowledge of service standards and systems.
• Working Environment:
  • Must be capable of working in an extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, dry, duty, desert environment with average temperatures of 130 degrees in the summer months).
  • Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents.
  • Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations. PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
  • Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies.