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Culinary Specialist

U.S. Army
U.S. Army Salary
Lynchburg, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/14/2025

Job Description

ABOUT THIS JOB

  • THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE

As a Culinary Specialist, you'll cook meals and work alongside chefs to prepare meals comparable to any major restaurant, so that Soldiers can sit down and enjoy a hot meal in between training or mission deployments. You'll be responsible for preparing and servicing meals both in the field and at home stations, as well as ordering, inspecting food supplies, and keeping the kitchen safe and sanitary.

Skills you'll learn align with Preparation & Cooking, Stocking & Storage, Hospitality. In addition, you could earn 19 nationally recognized certifications!

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JOB DUTIES

  • Plan and prepare menus
  • Manage food inventory
  • Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety standards
  • REQUIREMENTS

  • 10 weeks of Basic Training
  • 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
  • U.S. Citizen
  • 17 to 34 Years Old
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Meet Tattoo Guidelines
  • No Major Law Violations
  • No Medical Concerns
  • BENEFITS

    The Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family, but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you'll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.

  • Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsets
  • Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
  • Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier
  • 30 days paid annual vacation
  • 401(K) type savings plan
  • Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family member
  • Paid tuition opportunities to continue your education
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