The primary purpose of the Student Trainee - Cook position is to perform a range of simple cooking by preparing and cooking items that require little or no processing such as pancakes, eggs, and vegetables. Student Trainee may be assigned specific projects to complete and may rotate between various working areas. Based on established policies, incumbent prepares food items specific to the work area assigned. The specific food preparation assigned to this position will vary.
Summary
The primary purpose of the Student Trainee - Cook position is to perform a range of simple cooking by preparing and cooking items that require little or no processing such as pancakes, eggs, and vegetables. Student Trainee may be assigned specific projects to complete and may rotate between various working areas. Based on established policies, incumbent prepares food items specific to the work area assigned. The specific food preparation assigned to this position will vary.
- Prepares hot cereals, broils meats, cooks soups, sauces, and gravies.
- Prepares convenience items such as frozen hash browns, fish fillets, and chicken nuggets.
- Peels, chops, grinds, pars, slices, and purees.
- Mixes ingredients according to precisely written recipes that produce quality products, minimizes preparation time, and avoids food material waste.
- Operates a variety of kitchen equipment which utilizes electricity, steam, or microwave heat sources.
- Assembles and disassembles component parts and accessories for cleaning, and follows safety operating procedures regarding the operation of equipment to avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment.
- Uses a variety of cooking utensils required to measure, weigh, and process food items.
- Performs duties, in addition to classroom training, designed to provide an orientation in the application of theories and basic principles and practices in support of the specific assigned area.
- Receives formal and on-the-job instructions designed to familiarize incumbent with the functions and operations of the kitchen area and work responsibility.
- Gains practical experience in the application of related knowledge and applies professional and/or management theory, principles, and practices to the work assigned.
- Performs work requiring continual standing and walking, and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. Frequently lifts or moves objects weighing up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds) unassisted, and occasionally lifts or moves objects weighing over 18 kilograms (40 pounds) with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance – requires 18 years of age
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required - We are an E-Verify participant
Occupational Health Pre-Hire Screening Required
Probationary period: Flexible employees are employed based on the needs of the business
Must be able Participation in Direct
Must be able to understand and communicate in English
Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) for this position are as follows:
** Your application must include narratives for each KSA, using specific examples to demonstrate your qualifications and experience.
1. Enrolled in a college/university, community college, junior college, professional, technical, vocational, or other qualifying educational institution. Culinary degree in progress preferred.
2. Minimum GPA of at least 2.0 and in good academic standing.
3. Must be able to follow basic instructions and standardized recipes.
4. Incumbent must have a basic knowledge of food service equipment and maintain a sanitary work environment.
Additional information
Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, complete a pre-hire health screening, etc. DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
This flexible position is not eligible for Benefits, but NABSD employee perks include:
Use of the Brigade Sports Complex
Shop at the Midshipmen Store
Shop at the Navy Exchange
Potential membership eligibility at the Naval Academy Club
Use of MWR facilities
Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union
Eligible for childcare with CDC & NAPS
Use of Employee Assistance
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All applications and supporting documents will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and KSA requirements listed in the announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
This flexible position is not eligible for Benefits, but NABSD employee perks include:
Use of the Brigade Sports Complex
Shop at the Midshipmen Store
Shop at the Navy Exchange
Potential membership eligibility at the Naval Academy Club
Use of MWR facilities
Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union
Eligible for childcare with CDC & NAPS
Use of Employee Assistance
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applications must be submitted no later than NOON on the closing date via the Naval Academy Business Services website: https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applications must be submitted no later than NOON on the closing date via the Naval Academy Business Services website: https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/
