Fry Cook

Mission Support & Test Services, LLC (MSTS) • Mercury, NV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MSTS is seeking an experienced Fry Cook to join its Housing, Food Services and Custodial Team at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). The primary work location is the NNSS, approximately 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada. Work at other locations, including the forward area of NNSS and the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, may also be required. Employees reporting to NNSS receive additional zone pay per hour worked based on their reporting point or location.

The cook prepares and serves food according to supervisor direction, standard cycle menus, and cafeteria recipes. The position uses a variety of kitchen equipment and includes preparing made-to-order breakfast and lunch items, sauces, and vegetables; checking food quality and internal temperatures; and serving on lunch and dinner lines. The cook maintains clean work areas, takes monthly inventories, and performs other related duties as assigned.

The position requires varied shifts and locations. Workdays are variable, generally Monday through Thursday, with possible work on Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday. Hours may include 4:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; other shift hours may apply. The hourly wage is $29.42. Candidates have the opportunity to become members of Culinary, Local 226.

U.S. citizenship is required. A pre-placement physical examination, including a drug screen, is required, and MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. The candidate must be able to obtain an HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential under the applicable Department of Energy and NNSA requirements. MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a background-screening, drug-free workplace.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• At least 3 years of cooking experience.
• Ability and willingness to work with the public in a congenial and professional manner.
• Familiarity with HAACP regulations related to food sanitation and safety.
• Ability to cook using grills, char broilers, fryers, ovens, roasters, steam kettles, and other cooking equipment.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions and physical requirements, including occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to drive both standard and automatic vehicles.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to remain on one’s feet for extended periods.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willingness and ability to work varied shifts and locations, with variable workdays and possible weekend work.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain an HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential under DOE Order 206.2 and NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2.
• Must complete a pre-placement physical examination, including a drug screen; the employer’s policy includes random drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food as directed by the supervisor and according to standard cycle menus.
• Cook food using grills, char broilers, fryers, ovens, roasters, steam kettles, and other cooking equipment.
• Keep work areas clean and neat, maintaining a clean-as-you-work environment at all workstations.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to standard recipes, using appropriate kitchen utensils and equipment, and season food during cooking.
• Prepare made-to-order food items for breakfast and lunch.
• Prepare sauces and vegetables as required.
• Prepare food items for day and swing shifts.
• Test prepared food to ensure its quality and expected taste.
• Use a food thermometer to check that prepared foods reach proper internal cooking temperatures.
• Work serving lines as required for lunch and dinner.
• Take monthly inventories.
• Work varied shifts and locations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Opportunity to become a member of Culinary, Local 226.
• Additional zone pay per hour worked for employees reporting to NNSS, based on reporting point or location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed