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Cook

Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
Great Lakes, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 8/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/5/2026
Summary

The positions are located aboard Naval Station Great Lakes, IL. Incumbent will perform a full range of simple cooking tasks.

Duties

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Performs a full range of simple cooking tasks by preparing and cooking items requiring little or no processing such as pancakes, sausage, eggs, hamburgers, and fresh or canned vegetables.

Prepares all forms of hot cereals; broils meats; prepares and cooks concentrated or dehydrated soups, sauces, and gravies; and makes cold sandwich fillings.

Prepares convenience items such as frozen hash browns, fish fillets, and chicken nuggets.

May prepare and bake pizza.

Prepares foods by peeling, chopping, grinding, paring, cutting, slicing, dicing, pureeing, dredging, flouring, and breading. Weighs, measures, and dispenses foods in accordance with portion controls.

Mixes ingredients according to precisely written recipes.

Sets up and replenishes salad bar.

Covers, dates, and stores leftovers according to established procedures.

Cleans and maintains equipment and work areas.

Maintains accurate food inventories and rotates stock items to prevent spoilage.

Requirements

Performs other related duties as required.

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Conditions of employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40pounds unassisted, and occasionally lifts or move objects weighing over 40 pounds with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers.
  • Must have Servsafe certification within 6 months of being hired.
  • Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)

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.

A qualified candidate must possess:

Working knowledge of the methods and procedures relating to food preparation in small quantities, and the skill to apply such information to cook a limited variety of prepared foods.

Ability to read and understand written food service material such as food labels, standardized recipes, etc.

Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations in multiplying ingredients for a recipe and calculating how many servings.

Knowledge of the characteristics of various foods such as color, flavor, consistency, texture, and temperature and cooking time required.

Skill in planning, coordinating and timing sequence of steps required to have all menu items ready for serving at specified time.

Knowledge of sanitation principles.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

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.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Employee Perks:

Permanent, part-time are seasonal positions are open year-round. We're always looking for talented professionals in these key areas: Sports, Fitness & Aquatics - Outdoor Recreation - Marina Services - Golf Course Operations - Food & Beverage - Programs/Special Events - Administration - More!

MWR - A GREAT place to work with GREAT work perks: Competitive Pay - Free Trainings, Certifications and Professional Development Opportunities - Flexible Hours - Advancement Opportunities - Eligible for Overtime and Premium Pay for Night and Holiday Shifts - Free Fitness Center Membership - Onsite Childcare Options (with reduced rates) - Tax Free Shopping at the Navy Exchange - Robust Employee Assistance Program (complimentary access to health, financial, social, & legal services) - Access to American Forces Travel (discounted leisure travel, entertainment, concert & attraction tickets) - Access to On Base Entertainment and Events - Access to Recreation Centers (reduced rates for movies, bowling, party/picnic gear rental, golf) and more!

Additionally, MWR leadership values its employees and provides multiple ways for employees to move upward in your career!

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