Cook

Schedule:

Full-time position supporting dining facility operations 7 days per week at Smith Barracks, Baumholder, Germany. Employees will work assigned 8-hour shifts based on meal-service requirements. Weekday operations are supported between approximately 5:15 AM and 7:30 PM, while weekends, U.S. holidays, and training holidays are supported between approximately 6:15 AM and 6:30 PM.

Summary:

The Cook will provide food preparation and meal-service support at the Castle Inn Dining Facility (Building 8311) and Knights Lair Dining Facility (Building 8544) in Baumholder, Germany.

The position supports breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, and supper operations by preparing and cooking menu items, following approved Army recipes and food-safety procedures, maintaining sanitary work areas, and supporting efficient meal service.

Requirements:

• Must have professional food preparation/cooking experience and be capable of preparing meals in a high-volume dining facility environment.
• Must meet required English-language proficiency standards and be able to understand and follow Armed Forces Recipe Card System requirements.
• Must possess the required documentation or authorization to legally work in Germany.
• Must obtain and maintain an official German health certificate (Gesundheitszeugnis) in accordance with §43 Infektionsschutzgesetz and complete required food-safety, sanitation, and equipment training.
• Must be physically capable of prolonged standing and lifting/carrying up to approximately 45 pounds.

Duties:

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, and supper menu items according to approved recipes, production schedules, and portion standards.
• Maintain proper food safety, sanitation, temperature control, personal hygiene, and cleanliness of food-preparation and service areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly.
• Assist with preparation and setup of serving lines and ensure food is prepared on schedule.
• Properly store, label, rotate, and handle food products to maintain quality and prevent waste.

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