Cook

Cook

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions,

trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most signifi cant and complex

challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity,

relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress.

Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being

are integral to success.

Amentum is seeking a Cook to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego

Garcia. The cook will be responsible for providing daily support to the culinary functions of

the contract. The cook must demonstrate strong interpersonal, analytical, and written and

verbal communication skills, along with the ability to eƯectively manage multiple priorities

and perform successfully in a fast paced, high pressure environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and measure ingredients in accordance with standard recipes and menu

requirements.

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team to prepare and serve high

quality meals during scheduled dining periods.

• Maintain accurate food inventory records and report inventory discrepancies as

needed.

• Store food products in compliance with food safety standards, ensuring proper

temperatures are maintained.

• Rotate food inventory using established stock rotation methods (fi rst in fi rst out) to

ensure freshness and minimize waste.

• Replenish kitchen supplies, ingredients, and workstations in preparation for

upcoming shifts.

• Clean and sanitize food preparation areas, kitchen equipment, and workstations at

the end of each shift in accordance with sanitation and safety standards.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and

level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Cook in a commercial or restaurant

environment.

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow recipes and food production guidelines.
• Working knowledge of proper food handling, sanitation, and food safety procedures.
• Ability to work eƯectively as part of a team in a fast paced, high volume kitchen

environment.

• ServSafe Food Handler or Food Protection Manager Certifi cation preferred, or the

ability to obtain.

• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specifi c visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign

Clearance Guide.

• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain

compliance throughout the duration of deployment.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can

perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency

procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United

States) environment with a multi-national workforce

• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle. .

Other Responsibilities:

Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility

for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate,

each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfi lling all self-

aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on

safety committees and teams.

Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to

our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet

customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum

Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality

System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand

their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the

general and specifi c operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all

plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.

Working Environment

This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote

overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in oƯice,

industrial, warehouse, port, airfi eld, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to

high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work

schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on

operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up

to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and

outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment

requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.