Location: Portland, OR
Agency: Corps of Engineers
Activity: USACE - Portland District (NWP)
Service: Army
Desired Grade: E4:E5
Tour Description: 26-6127, Length 179 days: Performs duties as a Cook on a US Army Corps of Engineer Ready Reserve Vessel/Dredge.
Works under supervision of Cook-Steward, who makes work assignments and outlines the overall requirements of the job.
Work is spot-checked by Cook-Steward relative to job performance and production.
Work assignments may require the incumbent to work a split shift, weekends and holidays. MAJOR DUTIES Performs the following tasks in the preparation and serving of meals.
Cuts and prepares poultry, fish, chops, steaks, roasts, etc., prior to cooking.
Cuts, dices, grinds and slices vegetables and fruits.
Weighs or measures ingredients in the preparation of foods. cooks meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, and desserts.
Makes soups, stews, gravies, and sauces.
Bakes bread, cakes and pastries as required.
Apportions food for individual servings Assists in preparing vegetables and salads, serving foods, and maintaining the galley, mess halls, store room, and refrigerator in clean and orderly condition. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed primarily in the galley where there is constant exposure to above average temperatures.
Exposed to extremes of weather conditions, heat, and noise.
There is danger of slippery decks and drowning.
Must wear appropriate safety gear and protective clothing as required, and comply with sound safety practices.
May be exposed to hot pipes, escaping steam and the effects of acids, solvents, and paint. PHYSICAL EFFORT Work requires moderate physical effort.
Lifts and carries equipment and supplies normally up to 45 lbs and occasionally over 45 lbs.
Work requires prolonged standing, walking and climbing, all of which can cause exertion of the lower back.
The employee must maintain good lower back physical condition. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGES Position requires the ability to operate and maintain galley equipment.
Must have the ability to learn the procedures associated with living on a vessel. RESPONSIBILITY Works under the general administrative supervision of the Cook Steward.
Work assignments include verbal discussions as to the type of meals desired, management of menu planning, ordering of food stores, maintenance of galley equipment and cleanliness of the galley. QUALIFICATIONS Food service handler.
Serve Safe Training Certification Course desired but not required.
Merchant Marine Certification desired but not required BLC Graduate Current Army Fitness Test or ACFT within past 6 months and ability to pass AFT up arrival to new duty location Up to date on all Medical and Administrative requirements To apply for this position, please email your resume, military bio, three evaluations (if available), and your Soldier Talent Profile to SFC Tabitha Ruckman at tabitha.n.ruckman.mil@mail.mil.
To apply, contact: SFC Tabitha Ruckman - 463-298-4378