Food service specialist

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, 10/30/2024 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:
About the position: This position will be assigned to the CDC II on Offutt AFB.