Cook

Little Rock, AR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $21.00 - $25.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Dentnal insurance

Career development programs

Training opportunities

Job Description

The Child Development Center at Little Rock Air Force Base in Arkansas is a vital facility dedicated to providing comprehensive childcare services focused on nurturing and developing young children in a safe and supportive environment. As a part of the United States Air Force's Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) activities, this center plays a crucial role in supporting military families by offering quality childcare that aligns with federal standards and Air Force regulations. The center emphasizes healthy nutrition, developmental activities, and a structured program that prepares children for future learning while ensuring their safety and wellness at all times.
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Job Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or a non-U.S. citizen with 3+ years of U.S. residency
Must be 18 years of age
Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler's training
Must complete a favorable pre-employment physical due to physical lifting requirement
Must be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations including annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases
Must satisfactorily complete pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation
Must fully meet qualification, eligibility, and background requirements for this position
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
Direct deposit is required
Must satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check
Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to entrance on duty (EOD)

Job Qualifications

Must have adequate experience in preparing and serving nutritional foods for young children
Must have basic knowledge of food preparation principles and practical understanding of physical changes that occur during the processing and cooking of food
Must have ability to follow instructions, work safely, and do simple arithmetic
Must be able to follow USDA requirements
Must be willing to go through training required by the service regulation
Knowledge of operating and cleaning food service equipment and the ability to season food and decide when foods are done
Must have practical knowledge of methods and procedures necessary for ordering, issuing, and storing food items in accordance with inventory and sanitation requirements
Must be 18 years of age
Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent
Must have the ability to speak, read and write English
Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds with assistance
Must be able to obtain Food Handler's card
Must satisfactorily complete all pre-employment and investigative requirements

Job Duties

Boils, bakes, fries, and broils meats, fish, and poultry by watching the item cooking
turning as required
regulating temperature
and removing when done
Adjusts standardized recipes for large quantity cooking
Maintains proper temperature for all food during holding, transport, reheating, and serving to ensure food safety
Washes and cleans kitchen equipment
Assists in training guidelines on new policy and procedures
Responsible for meal preparation/serving of all meals and snacks in specified quantities to meet Air Force requirements related to Air Force Childcare Food Programs
Prepares an Air Force Form 287 for the Director's review and approval for purchasing food
Purchases supplies weekly
Assists in preparing USDA forms CCFP-6 and food counts
Submits reports to the CDC Director for review
Attends all training sessions and staff meetings as required
Responsible for general food sanitation of the kitchen
Maintains cleanliness throughout the kitchen/dining room areas during scheduled hours of duty
Follows posted menu
Informs Child Development Center Director of any necessary menu changes for recording
Provides food for other staff members for field trips and cooking experiences for the children in the center
Uses Air Force-approved seasonal cycle menus and rotates on the approved schedule
Provides nutritionally equivalent substitutions for children with food allergies/sensitivities
Performs other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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