Cook - Full-time

Santa Monica, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

The United States Navy offers a challenging and rewarding career as a Culinary Specialist, a vital enlisted role responsible for operating and managing dining and lodging services aboard Navy ships, submarines, and shore-based facilities. As a Culinary Specialist, individuals contribute directly to crew morale and readiness by planning menus, preparing meals, managing inventories and records, and providing high-quality food service, including support to high visibility executive food service when selected. This position is integral to ensuring nutritional standards, food safety, and operational efficiency within diverse and often fast-paced environments.

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Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
eligibility to serve in the United States Navy
meet physical fitness and medical standards
pass background and character screening
achieve required test scores
meet age requirements
ability to follow recipes, portioning, and sanitation procedures
work in hot and fast paced environments
good communication and customer service skills
ability to manage inventory and financial records

Job Qualifications

meet general enlistment or commissioning standards
eligibility to serve in the United States Navy
high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions
bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions
meet age limits set by law and Navy policy
meet medical, vision, and dental standards including physical fitness requirements
meet character and conduct standards including background screening
achieve required test scores such as Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery
eligibility for security clearance when required
team orientation with good communication and customer service skills
solid arithmetic and record keeping ability
interest in culinary arts, nutrition, and food safety
attention to detail with recipe and sanitation procedures
ability to work safely in fast paced galley environments