Job Description

Summary

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This position is located at Panzer Child Development Center Stuttgart, Germany.

Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR)

Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee

First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees) Second and Subsequent Child: 25 % childcare fee discount (all CYS employees) Available to MWR CYS Regular and FLEX (working a minimum of 15 hours).

Incentives and Bonuses:

Incentives will not be paid.

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

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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. Assist 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.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required. Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. A one-year probationary period may be required. Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training is required within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually. Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation is required. Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations. May be subject to irregular hours, evening and or weekends. Work involves continual standing and walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. Work is performed in kitchen areas, which are well lighted but are often hot and noisy. Employee is exposed to steam, fumes, odors from cooking, and to extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigerators or freezing units. Must be able to lift or move objects up to 40 pounds unassisted, and occasionally lift or move objects weighing over 40 pounds with the assistance of other workers or lifting devices. Must stand on tile floor, subject to burns, cuts, bruises, and slipping on wet floors. Travel to on and off post locations may be required.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

A minimum of 6 months of work experience directly related to the duties described above, that included skill in working with professional kitchen appliances and equipment. Be able to communicate (verbal and written) in English. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. on a routine basis.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is within the local commuting area of Stuttgart, Germany

. Military Spouse Preference (MSP), Family Member Preference (FMP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.

Manual Application Option:

If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00PM CST on 10/08/2025 to ensure timely processing. Important*: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs:

Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials:

This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week - whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM. Foreign overseas allowances, Post Allowance, and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility. Employment overseas provides a lot of additional benefits and entitlements. For information please contact CHRA NAF C2SC - Recruitment Branch at usarmy.apg.chra-hqs.mbx.naf-central-recruitment@army.mil. Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program. For more information, go to https://www.militaryonesource.mil/special-needs/efmp/.

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Discover Your Path to Success:

Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out.

For more information on working with Child and Youth Services, please go here (:

https://www.armymwr.com/cys-careers/professions

Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared. Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf

Other:

The Regular Part-Time position with a guaranteed 20-hour work week and eligible for NAF benefits.

U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement. In NATO countries, employment under U.S. conditions is restricted by the NATO SOFA to individuals who are nationals of a NATO country. These individuals may not be employed under U.S. employment conditions in the country of their citizenship.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.


Benefits
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Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.




Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.




For a slideshow presentation regarding these benefits, please click the Review Our Benefits link below.


Review our benefits

How you will be evaluated

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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It

We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.


Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire. We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire. If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.

Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key.

Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying

When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.



Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities:

NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP) NAF Preference 3 Family Member Preference (FMP) (Foreign OCONUS ONLY) NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA) NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE) NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)

Tip

: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.

Required Documents

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About Your Resume:

Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count. Click this link for more tips: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit. Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.

Expedite Your Hiring:

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your application.

Required Documents:

Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement: Resume

Other Accepted Documents:

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) HS Diploma/GED, College transcripts/Diploma, CDA, Proof of education Etc. DA 3434 or equivalent References or letters of recommendations PCS Orders Proof of Marriage Status Resume Transcript

How to Apply

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You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

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Electronically:

(preferred)

at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Announcement number C2SCNAFCY-25-12811723. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 10/08/2025 to receive consideration.


Click Applyto access the online application. + You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
+ Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to include in your application.
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Reminder

: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details.
+ You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
+ After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the IncludePersonal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
+ You will be taken to the online application which you must complete to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account and designate the document type when submitting your application.
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Click this link to preview the application:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12811723. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found at https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us. To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status

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Manually

: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions on how to request a paper application.

Agency contact information

CHRA NAF C2SC - Recruitment Branch
Phone
0000000000
Email
usarmy.apg.chra-hqs.mbx.naf-central-recruitment@army.mil
Address
HR-NAF-W6E1AA USAG STUTTGART

DO NOT MAIL

APO, AE 09107

US

Next steps

Our Next Steps to Review Your Application and Keep You Informed

1.

Application Review

Once you submit your application, the system will automatically review your answers to the application questionnaire to determine if you meet the basic qualifications for the job. If you meet the qualifications, your application will move to the next step, where our HR representatives will carefully review your experience, skills, education (if applicable), and how well you match the job requirements.
2.

Keeping You Informed

If you provided an email address, you'll receive a confirmation email letting you know we've received your application. As your application moves through the hiring process, we'll send you updates and notifications via email. Processing times may vary, but we'll do our best to keep you informed every step of the way.

Your Next Steps to Stay on Top of Your Application

1.

Check Your Contact Information

If your contact information changes after the job announcement closes, let us know as soon as possible.
2.

Ensure You Receive Updates

Double-check that your email address is accurate and that your inbox can receive messages from us, Make sure your mailbox isn't full and check your spam or junk folder to avoid missing important updates about your application.
3.

Sign Up for Text Alerts

Want to stay ahead in the hiring process? In your USAJOBS profile, you can sign up to receive text alerts about jobs you applied to or tasks you need to complete.



We're excited about your interest in this position and look forward to reviewing your application!

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
10/03/2025 to 10/08/2025
Salary
$20.95 to - $24.43 per hour
Generally, the incumbent will begin work at the lowest rate of pay advertised, unless previous NAF experience warrants a higher rate of pay.


Pay scale & grade
NA 6
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Stuttgart, Germany
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Part-time - 20 Hours
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
7404 Cooking Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
C2SCNAFCY-25-12811723
Control number
847475000