COOK

McConnell Air Force Base is a prominent military installation that supports the Air Force and Space Force's Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs. Within this environment, the Bowling Alley functions as a key recreational facility providing food services to military personnel, their families, and visitors to the base. The Bowling Alley offers a friendly environment where patrons can enjoy food and beverages alongside recreational activities, strengthening the community ties and boosting morale among base members.

This Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) position at the Bowling Alley on McConnell AFB is integral in delivering quality food services. The primary purpose of this role is to perform a variety of simple cooking tasks that support the food service operations. With a pay rate of $19.76 per hour and a permanent, intermittent work schedule, this job offers a unique opportunity to work within a structured military community while contributing to the enjoyment and wellbeing of the workforce and their families. This position does not have promotion potential but provides a meaningful and steady role in the food service field.

The role involves preparing and cooking basic menu items such as pancakes, sausage, eggs, hamburgers, and vegetables with minimal processing required. It also includes preparing hot cereals, broiled meats, and making convenient food items like frozen hash browns, fish fillets, chicken nuggets, and pizza. The cook will perform food preparation techniques including peeling, chopping, grinding, slicing, dicing, dredging, breading, and assembling ingredients following standardized recipes. Additionally, maintaining food quality by following recipes accurately, minimizing waste, and ensuring proper food storage and sanitation practices are central to this position.

Physical demands of the job are significant, involving continual standing, walking, and frequent stooping, bending, and lifting up to 40 pounds, sometimes requiring assistance for heavier items. Working conditions may be challenging due to exposure to hot and noisy kitchen environments, steam, fumes, and various safety hazards such as burns and cuts.

This position requires successful completion of a background investigation, ability to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate or complete food handler training, and passing a pre-employment physical exam to ensure fitness for the role. The ideal candidate must possess knowledge of food service operations, including equipment usage, cooking methods, and sanitation standards. They should also have the ability to follow instructions, work safely, and perform simple arithmetic calculations necessary for measuring ingredients.

Employment in this position is open to the public, including U.S. citizens, nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Eligibility and preferences including military spouse and veteran considerations will be applied during the application process. The position plays a vital role in the base's MWR activities, emphasizing service quality and community engagement. Applicants are encouraged to submit thorough applications detailing relevant experience, with the understanding that qualifications will be closely reviewed to ensure compliance with stated requirements. Overall, this role is suited for individuals passionate about food preparation, community service, and supporting military personnel in a dynamic work environment.