About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to Cannon CDC.
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to Cannon CDC.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
The purpose of this position is to prepare and serve nutritionally adequate and appealing meals to children using Child Care Food Program guidelines and recipes and menus provided by the Child Development Center Director.
1. Prepares and serves meals to meet CACFP and Air Force requirements. Using a full range of quantity cooking procedures from
USDA recipes and menus provided by the Child Development Center Director, prepares such foods as meats, vegetables, fresh fruits, casseroles, and baked goods.
2. Uses the Food Buying Guide to ensure sufficient foods are prepared for all meals, snacks, and special activities.
3. Assists Child Development Center Director in purchasing and ordering food at the Commissary and prime vendors.
4. Prepares daily food report of all foods prepared for each meal and snack and submits report to Child Development Center Director.
5. Services meals to each activity room in a timely manner according to schedule supplied by Director.
6. Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen as required by Military Public Standards.
7. Attends sate training sessions and Center staff meetings as required.
8. Assists in ordering food, purchasing and preparing food for parent activities, special activities, and weekly food projects.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12776468
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, 12/01/2025
Family Member Preference, 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:
Must have progressive experience in quantity cooking and baking such as in a children's home, hospital, nursing home, or
institution. Must be familiar with the nutritional requirements of young children and the proper preparations of meals IA W USDA and AF regulations. Show experience to keep accurate daily records and inventories. Must be able to read, write, and speak
English fluently, and lift up to 50 pounds, Must have current immunizations and a physical is required. A current valid driver's
license is required. Must be able to obtain satisfactory completion of a National Agency Check, State Criminal History Repository Check, and Installation Records Check. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
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 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.
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.
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 12/01/2025 to receive consideration.
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