About the position: This position will be assigned to the CDC II on Offutt AFB.
About the position: This position will be assigned to the CDC II on Offutt AFB.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
As a chef in a small to medium sized kitchen, plans menus and food service arrangements; provides forecast of required food items;
assures proper methods of food storage, stock control, handling, preparation, and food service; and adjusts work processes to increase
efficiency for the overall food service system. Using culinary skills, performs as a working food services specialist to coordinate the
day-to-day and week-to-week operation of the kitchen including all aspects of meal preparation. Instructs cooks and/or food service
workers on proper techniques and methods of cooking and preparing a wide variety of food items. Checks food during and after
preparation for conformance with established quality standards. Implements the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
for the CYP Flight located on Offutt AFB, NE. Provides quality control to ensure meals/supplements prepared by food service staff
meet quantity and quality requirements and are served on time in an efficient, safe, and sanitary manner. Ensures correct portions are
served, using sanitary methods, and maintaining required records. Responsible for the security and accuracy of monthly inventories of
supplies and foods. Conducts routine walk-through inspections, takes necessary action, and meets established objectives to meet
sanitation and environmental requirements. Responsible for appropriate use of assigned kitchen staff. Ensures all State/USDA, AF
regulations and policies are in compliance. On a continuous basis, monitors all aspects of the CACFP, ensuring that correct sanitary
methods Serves as point of contact (POC) for technical advice and guidance on State/USDA requirements and food/nutrition
information. Meets CACFP requirements for annual renewal, to continue program participation. Maintains menu record keeping.
Plans, and coordinates work requirements. keeping the food service areas, equipment and utensils in sanitary condition; completing
weekly self-inspections of kitchen areas; labeling and storing open and unopened food; maintaining first in, first out inventories, etc.
Makes necessary preparations for and responds to audits, inspections, and evaluations. Works with food service staff and CDC
directors to correct food service deficiencies identified during annual DoD unannounced inspections, and annual multidisciplinary
inspections, annual comprehensive health inspections and monthly public health inspections. Performs other related duties as
assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12405379
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, 12/04/2024
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:
Progressively responsible experience in quantity cooking, preparation on a variety of food items, menu planning, quality and cost
control of food preparation, inventory and storage procedures for food supplies and equipment, and procurement of food supplies and
equipment. Must have responsible experience with record-keeping. Must speak, read and write English. Must be able to operate a
computer to input daily information. The work requires physical exertion and the employee must be able to bend, stoop, and lift items
weighing up to 40 pounds. The position requires long periods of standing and walking. Works in hot and noisy kitchens. Exposed to
steam, fumes, and odors. Danger of falling, burns and cuts. Exposed to extreme temperatures when entering walk in refrigerators or
freezer units. Must pass a physical examination and get or have required immunizations. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's
Certificate, and satisfactorily complete installation, state and national criminal background checks. Must successfully complete the
required Eight (8) Air Force Food Service Modules within the first twelve (12) months of employment. Must be able to satisfactorily
complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
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Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/04/2024 to receive consideration.
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