Plan, organize, and assist with preparing, cooking, and serving food to Corpsmembers; implement a menu of nutritionally balanced meals, including vegetarian and ethnic dishes. Follow standard food safety practices, including Serve Safe principles and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP). Provide quality food service operations for Corpsmembers; supervise Corpsmembers in training to be Corpsmember Cook Specialists; maintain a clean, sanitary and safe working environment and educate Cook Specialists and Corpsmembers in sanitation principles, the proper storage of food supplies, knives/utensils, equipment, kitchen procedures/operations, and food preparation/handling. Assist in implementing a Cook Specialist training program with classroom materials, audio-visual aids, tests, evaluations, and certificates; deliver educational material, conduct classes, etc.; respond to emergencies as needed.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely fashion
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and diplomacy on the job
• Ability to work well in high pressure situations
• Knowledge of youth development principles and practices
• Knowledge of the Conservation Corps is preferred