Cook

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Job Title

Cook, C-7404-03

Location

RAF Alconbury

Vacancy Number

252144

Close Date

11 Jun 2026

Hours and Schedule

30 hours per week, As Rostered (Any 5 days out of 7 days) 1500-2300/0700-1500

Hourly Pay

£13.48 - £14.74

Benefits

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Competitive Salary

the starting salary for this position is £13.48 an hour

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Holiday

Annual Leave + US Federal Holidays (pro-rated)

• Paid Sick Leave
• Pension Scheme
• Free On-Site Parking

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Employee extras such as

Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Developmental Opportunities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions

Job Description

Prepares and cooks a variety of simple-to-prepare foods. Prepares ingredients for menu items by peeling, chopping, grinding, cutting, slicing, dicing, and pureeing. Weighs, measures, and assembles ingredients, and prepares cold sandwich fillings. Also sets up and replenishes the salad bar. Follows recipes to ensure quality products, minimize waste, and reduce preparation time. Portions food for service, and properly covers, dates, and stores leftovers. Washes and cleans kitchen equipment. May be required to handle cash, operate a cash register, and complete documentation for cash accountability. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Key skills

1. Knowledge of the methods and procedures relating to food presentation.

2. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, work safely and do simple arithmetic.

3. Knowledge of operating and cleaning food service equipment, characteristics of various foods, and the ability to season food according to set procedures.

Other Significant facts

1. You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations. This position may also be coded as mission essential.

2. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft, and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.

3. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period.

4. Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s flexible working policies. Overtime may be required and you may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.

5. You must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

6. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler’s Certificate and/or complete food handler's training.

7. Pre-Appointment physical/health screening is required; appointment may be contingent upon passing a physical examination. The physical requirements of this position as determined by the manager are: must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds; must be able to continuously stand, walk, stoop, reach, push, pull and bend for long periods of time.

8. The Local National Direct Hire (LNDH) Program does not participate in regular drug testing; however, positions covered by this document may be subject to drug testing upon reasonable suspicion of substance abuse, and safety mishap or accident testing.

NOTE

You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK

This position may have certain restrictions on US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

LNDH Application

https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/HiHn37upJw

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil