Grill Cook NA-03

Posted: 09/02/2026

This position is located at McCoy's Community Center
This is an open continuous announcement to provide a ready pool of available applicants as needed. List will be issued at managements request throughout the announcement timeframe
Duties:

  • Performs a variety of tasks involving several steps or sequences of tasks that require attention to work operations in a kitchen or dining area following established procedures.
  • Prepares and combines fruits and vegetables for salads. Makes simple sandwiches and performs other simple food preparation. Responsible for proper slicing of deli meats and cheeses and cutting of fruits and vegetables for garnish.
  • In accordance with customer orders, processes and organizes food, arranges garnishes, checks for appearance, quality and quantity and ensures proper presentation in accordance with set standards.
  • Prepares and cooks food on the grill, fryer and pizza station.
  • Cleans kitchen utensils, pots, pans, storage containers, as well as sweeping and mopping the floor. Restocks storeroom, walk in refrigerator/freezer, front line refrigerators, freezers, coolers, and dry goods.
  • Operates a cash register. Performs other duties as assigned.
Condition of employment:
  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Light to heavy physical effort is required. Frequently lifts and moves items weighing up to 40 pounds. Subject to continuous standing and walking and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending.
  • May be required to work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment.
  • Work is performed indoors in areas that have adequate light and ventilation, however work may be performed outside in the elements of weather.
  • May be exposed to hot liquids, sharp cutting blades, hot working surfaces, and extreme temperature changes when entering walk in refrigerators or freezing units. There is danger of falling from ladder, slipping on spilled food/beverages.
  • Satisfactory completion of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training is required within 30 days of employment and minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually.
  • Certificate of Medical Examination required. Must be able to lift and carry weights up to 40 pounds.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR215-3, para.2. Incumbent may also be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card.
  • Operation is 7 days a week. Schedule will be based on the needs of the activity. Subject to an irregular tour of duty including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays are required.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

  • Possess math skills necessary to calculate patron bills and take inventory.
  • Skill in mixing and serving alcoholic and/or non alcoholic beverages
  • Have the ability to follow oral and written instructions in English and possess basic math skills.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified"
  • One year experience in Food Service
  • One year cooking experience (ie. restaurant, mess hall, line cook, etc.)
Please apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/870145400

Additional information

Area of Consideration

  • This job is open to candidates Worldwide (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Application Option
  • If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
  • Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than NOON CST on 12/30/2026 to ensure timely processing.
  • Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Allowances and Differentials
  • This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week -- whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
  • Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities:
  • Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.
Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities:
  • After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.
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