Cook; CYS NA-

Job Summary

Part‑time position at Redstone Arsenal Middle School/Teen Center. Childcare fee available to MWR CYS Regular and FLEX employees working a minimum of 15 hours. First child receives 100% fee discount; subsequent children receive minimum 25% discount. Original closing date 1/21/26 has been extended and referrals will be sent upon request.

Low Grade: 6;
High Grade: 6;
Promotion Potential:
None;
Sub‑Agency:
Child and Youth Services;
Organization Code: DD/ARXA;
Relocation:
No;
Hiring Path:
Public;
Total Openings: 1;
Travel Code: 2.

Agency Marketing Statement: “Want to make an impact? Want to do work that matters? Join our Child and Youth Services (CYS) team and provide assistance to children in strengthening their social/emotional/academic development, particularly in the areas of science, technology, math and resiliency. Why do our employees love working for Child and Youth Services (CYS)? We invest in you! Our team will help you enhance your skills by providing annual on‑job training, development opportunities, and much more!

Not only are we making a difference but we offer a friendly and creative atmosphere, competitive pay and great benefits. We are not just an employer, we are a community!”

Application link:
/Apply – submission required by 11:59 PM ET 03/04/2026. The online application can also be accessed at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./ (announcement number C2

SCNAFCY-). Complete application package must include supporting documents (resume ≤2 pages, ≤5 MB, PDF recommended). Application may be considered for multiple opportunities for 3 months after submission.

• Applies knowledge and skill to assist in planning and implementing a comprehensive food service program that follows the policies and procedures of the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
• Performs a variety of food preparation and cooking tasks such as cleaning, paring, peeling, slicing, dicing; grilling, frying, baking, broiling, pouring liquids and mixing ingredients.
• Prepares and cooks a variety of more complicated/time consuming foods such as meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, stews, casseroles, gravies, sauces, and baked goods following standard recipes.
• Works with Food and Nutrition Specialists to prepare menus and submit food orders and purchase requests.
• Assists with “on the job training” of other kitchen staff members and serves as consultant to youth cooking clubs/health and fitness programs as required, and follows risk management procedures.

Applicants are evaluated on experience and qualifications that align with the duties listed above. Reviewers will examine resume, supporting documents, and questionnaire responses to determine eligibility and selection preference.

Eligibility for selection preference includes, but is not limited to, NAF Preference 1 (Spouse Employment Preference), NAF Preference 2 (Involuntarily Separated From the Military), NAF Priority Consideration 1 (Business Based Action), NAF Priority Consideration 2 (Former NAF Employee/Current NAF/Current APF Employee), NAF Priority Consideration 3 (Outside Applicant Veteran), and Military Spouse Preference or Involuntarily Separated Military Preference.

1. Electronically (preferred) – apply at Questionnaire/ or at https:///. Submit by 11:59 PM ET 03/04/2026. Complete online questionnaire and upload required documents.

2. Manually – refer to the “Additional Information” section of this announcement for instructions on requesting a paper application. Submit completed form to the listed contact by 3:00 PM CST 03/04/2026.

1. Application Review – system screens questionnaire; if meet basic qualifications, HR reviews experience, skills, and education.

2. Notification – applicants receive confirmation email then periodic updates via email. Keep email and phone information current. Sign up for text alerts via USAJOBS profile.

Army NAF employment offers a range of benefits: career opportunities in childcare, recreation, hospitality; professional development, training, education, and certification…