Cook - Shenanigan's, PMRF

Summary This position is located at Shenanigan's at the Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) in Barking Sands, Hawaii on the island of Kaua'i. ** This announcement is for current residents on the island of Kaua'i ** Duties The Duties of this position include but are not limited to: Incumbent independently prepares all types of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, fruits, sauces, and gravies for menus. Prepares, cooks, seasons, and portions food for all meals following standardized recipes at difference levels of difficulty, makes modifications to recipes for ingredient quantities, number of servings, and size of equipment available. Plans, regulates, and schedules cooking procedures so numerous completed food products are ready at the same time. Prepares and presents food in a visually appealing manner. Prepares menu items using special or difficult recipes requiring numerous interrelated steps, many ingredients, and lengthy preparation time. Prepares a variety of menu items using several different and complex methods of engaged in a variety of standard cooking operations. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of employment Must pass all applicable records and background investigation. Must participate in Direct Deposit. Must be willing and able to work days, nights, weekends and hoildays. Must complete any required annual trainings designated by the Department of Navy. Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. Must obtain and maintain a valid food handlers' card. Qualifications Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. Skills and Knowledge of the Position: Thorough knowledge of all the full range of food preparation principles, including the techniques and procedures necessary to develop new or recurrent recipes. Knowledge of procedures related to coking in large quantities. Skill to overcome practical production problems; evaluate final food products, and initiate corrective action. Ability to expand and modify recipes and to develop standardized recipes for quantity cooking. Skill in the operations, breakdown, and cleaning of food service equipment used in large quantity of food production. Ability to organize and coordinate work of lower graded employees. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Additional information RESPONSIBILITIES: Works under direct supervision of supervisor who establishes daily work assignments and who provides general instructions either orally or in writing. Incumbent is responsible for analyzing and correction production problems independently, and coordinating the cooking process for food items assigned directly to them. May be responsible for coordinating the cooking of items by other cooks. Work is subject to spot checks by supervisor for conformance with quality food standards, timeliness, and adherence to established operating procedures, including proper use of commercial food service equipment. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work involves frequent lifting or moving of objects weighing up to 30 pounds; constant standing and walking; and occasional lifting of over 50 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: Kitchens are often uncomfortably warm and noisy. Incumbent is exposed to steam, fumes, and odors; danger of falling of freshly mopped floors; burns from steam of hot foods; and cuts from knives and electrical machines. 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. Benefits Review our benefits