About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Ramstein AB, Germany with the Ramstein CDC. This position may offer logistical support.
The purpose of this position is to prepare and plan or coordinate the preparation of entire meals and snacks.
Frequently lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds, constant standing and walking, and occasionally lifting over 40 pounds. Continual standing, walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and bending.
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Ramstein AB, Germany with the Ramstein CDC. This position may offer logistical support.
The purpose of this position is to prepare and plan or coordinate the preparation of entire meals and snacks.
Frequently lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds, constant standing and walking, and occasionally lifting over 40 pounds. Continual standing, walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and bending.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
Using a full range of quantity cooking procedures from common or frequently used to new or difficult recipes, prepares a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, and gravies. On a day-to-day basis, prepares and serves meals and snacks in accordance with the requirements of the United States Department of Agriculture Child and Adult Care Food Program (USDA CACFP) and Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs (DAF/A1SOC) guidelines.
Follows standardized menus and recipes. Follows procedures for preparing and serving children/youth with dietary restrictions, allergies, and/or special needs. Prepares and presents food so that it is visually appealing to customers. Examines food for quality and freshness before preparation. Coordinates adjustments to standardized menus and recipes with the supervisor prior to making the adjustment or substitution. Independently analyzes and corrects production problems, coordinates the cooking process, and performs kitchen management.
Plans and coordinates a full range of food preparation activities involving quantity food production, initiates corrective action when an item does not meet quality standards, and evaluates final food products. Performs yield testing for selected food items and completes required food production documents. Maintains rotation of food inventories to prevent spoilage. Orders food in accordance with menu requirements. Issues and stores food items in accordance with inventory and sanitation requirements. Labels food that is opened before it is stores. Uses, maintains, and cleans tools and specialized equipment. Washes dishes, glasses, pots, pans, and flatware. Operates a mechanical dishwasher.
Cleans equipment, storage areas, walls and ceilings, floors, work tables, walk-in refrigerators, and duckboards. Sweeps, mops, and waxes floors. Disposes garbage and trash. Carries supplies between storerooms, kitchen, and serving areas. Completes daily, weekly, and monthly health and sanitation inspections; corrects discrepancies or notifies the supervisor within an acceptable time period depending on the severity.
May be appointed NAF Purchase Cardholder for purposes of ingredient purchasing. Performs other duties as assigned.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12915893
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, 04/27/2026
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Germany. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S. permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment. Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement. If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent.
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 in order to qualify.
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.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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 is made that you have inflated your 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.
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The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/27/2026 to receive consideration. This job is open continuously and will remain open for 1 month. You can submit your application at any time. The hiring manager will review applicants periodically throughout the announcement period. This job announcement may close earlier if qualified applicant(s) are selected.
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